Meat Cutter Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Certification

Meijer, Inc.; Chesterfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice in Michigan. You will work alongside certified Meat Cutters, gaining hands-on training in beef and pork cutting, packaging, merchandising, and safety practices during the apprenticeship.

You will learn food-safety standards, operation of equipment, and proper grinding procedures while supporting a clean, well-stocked meat department. Previous meat or retail experience helps but is not required.

Qualifications

• Interest in learning a skilled trade and growing with Meijer.
• Dependability and willingness to complete the apprenticeship program.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, standing, and working in refrigerated areas.
• Previous meat, retail, or food-handling experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to cut and prepare fresh beef and pork to Meijer specifications.
• Wrap, package, label, stock, and merchandise fresh meat products.
• Follow production schedules to keep fresh meat cases stocked.
• Learn proper grinding procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and equipment safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Complete required hands‑on training, learning courses, and certification assessments.
• Work alongside certified Meat Cutters throughout the apprenticeship program.

Skills

Interest in skilled trade

Dependability

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Physical task ability

Meat handling experience (helpful)

Job description

Meijer, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Meat Cutter Apprentice in Michigan. You will work alongside certified Meat Cutters, gaining hands-on training in beef and pork cutting, packaging, merchandising, and safety practices during the apprenticeship.

You will learn food-safety standards, operation of equipment, and proper grinding procedures while supporting a clean, well-stocked meat department. Previous meat or retail experience helps but is not required.