Meat Cutter and Wrapper — New Location: Weslaco, TX

Walmart Inc.; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Parental leave

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Walmart Inc. is hiring for a Meat Cutter and Wrapper at Sam's Club Weslaco in Weslaco, TX. You will cut, wrap, and display fresh meat, ensuring quality and safety while helping members find the right products.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with a team dedicated to great member experiences. You’ll join a founding team atmosphere, handle high-volume meat operations, and contribute to a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cut, grind, wrap, trim, and package meat according to established standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of floor and backroom operations, product safety, sanitation, and inventory management.
• Maintain quality and date control standards; ensure meat products are properly packaged, labeled, and stored.
• Secure fragile and high-shrink merchandise; eliminate waste and reduce shrink through proper handling.
• Use hand-held technology to make in-the-moment decisions about production and product quality.
• Operate, maintain, and sanitize meat-cutting equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist members with product selection and purchasing decisions; provide friendly, knowledgeable service.
• Collaborate with associates to keep the meat department running smoothly and be flexible to support other areas as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Stamina

Job description

Position Summary

Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam’s Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you won’t just cut meat, you’ll make important decisions about the quality, packaging, and display of our meat items for our members to eat and feed to their families. Your attention to detail and steady hand all work together to sell a quality product to our members. Work in our meat department and you’ll be on the front-lines of customer service—your smile can make the difference between a good shopping experience and a great one. Be a part of a team that offers customers more of what they love, for less.

You will sweep us off our feet if:

• You thrive in fast-paced environments
• You’re a multi-tasker at heart
• You keep member satisfaction as your top priority
• You can stand for long periods of time while assisting members quickly and accurately
• You’re a problem solver who tackles obstacles head-on to ensure each task is completed with excellence

You will make an impact by:

• Maintaining a positive attitude by smiling, greeting and thanking members
• Providing exceptional customer service to members across the club as needed, answering any questions they may have
• Maintaining a clean, neat, and member-ready area

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full job description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

What you’ll do

Join the Founding Team at Sam's Club Weslaco!

Location: 1221 E. 10th Street Suite 107, Weslaco, TX 78596

Be part of something extraordinary from day one. Sam's Club is opening a brand-new club in Weslaco, TX, and we’re looking for skilled, motivated, and detail-oriented individuals to help bring it to life. As a founding associate, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape the member experience, support operations, and help create a culture of excellence from the ground up. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy working with high-quality products, and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Deliver Quality Cuts

Members Can Count On

As a Meat Cutter and Wrapper at Sam's Club, you’ll do more than prepare fresh meats, you’ll help bring quality meals to members’ tables. From carefully crafted cuts to well-stocked displays, your skill and attention to detail will help members feel confident about what they’re taking home to their families. In this role, you’ll spend your day cutting, grinding, wrapping, and trimming fresh meat (including boneless cuts), maintaining freshness and inventory levels, and supporting a high-volume environment while delivering a great member experience.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Be part of a brand-new club opening and help build something from the ground up
• Use your skills and expertise to prepare fresh, quality cuts
• Work in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts member satisfaction
• Work alongside a supportive team that values collaboration, growth, and accountability
• Grow your career with one of the world's leading retailers through training and development opportunities

What You’LL Do

• Cut, grind, wrap, trim, and package meat products (including boneless cuts) according to established standards
• Demonstrate knowledge of floor and backroom operations, product safety, sanitation, and inventory management
• Maintain quality and date control standards; ensure meat products are properly packaged, labeled, and stored
• Secure fragile and high-shrink merchandise; eliminate waste and reduce shrink through proper handling
• Use hand-held technology to make in-the-moment decisions about production and product quality
• Operate, maintain, and sanitize meat-cutting equipment safely and effectively
• Assist members with product selection and purchasing decisions; provide friendly, knowledgeable service
• Collaborate with associates to keep the meat department running smoothly and be flexible to support other areas as needed

We’re Looking for People Who

• Take pride in craftsmanship, freshness, and presentation
• Keep member satisfaction as a top priority
• Thrive in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Are comfortable using equipment and following safety guidelines
• Have strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Are able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Are available for flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays
• Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Why Sam’s Club?

At Sam’s Club, you’re not just starting a job; you’re building a career. As part of our founding Weslaco team, you’ll help establish the culture, set the standard for excellence, and create an experience members will remember. Plus, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and access to Live Better U, our company-paid education program.

Our Values

At Sam’s Club, the way we show up every day matters. Our values guide how we work, support one another, and serve our members:

Respect the Individual — Strengthens the team by helping develop and mentor others; recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments.

Act with Integrity — Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance; models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart's goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members, and the world around us. Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, fair, and transparent.

Serve Our Customers and Members — Delivers results while putting the customer first. Makes decisions based on reliable information, balances short- and long-term priorities, and considers how one's own work impacts the team's ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders.

Strive for Excellence — Displays curiosity and a desire to learn, takes calculated risks, and demonstrates courage and resilience. Drives continuous improvement, is open to and uses new technologies and skills, and supports others through change.

Benefits

• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J.

Salary

The hourly wage range for this position is $17.00 to $25.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location

417 N FM 1015, WESLACO, TX 78596-0000, United States of America

Drug-Free Workplace

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

About Walmart

Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we're reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.