Meat Fabrication Specialist: Primal & Custom Cuts

KLA Industries, Inc.; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries, Inc. in Mansfield, OH is seeking a Meat Fabrication Specialist – Primal & Custom Processing to join its growing team. The role focuses on primal and subprimal breakdown, boning, and fabrication for wholesale and custom orders.

You will work on a fabrication line, adhere to HACCP/FSIS food safety protocols, and maintain strict sanitation. First shift hours and $20–$30/hour pay based on experience are offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of meat cutting or processing experience
• Strong primal and subprimal breakdown skills preferred
• Boning experience on rounds and chucks is a plus
• Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP requirements
• Physically able to stand, lift 50+ lbs, and work in a cold environment
• Reliable and focused with the ability to maintain quality output throughout a production shift
• Experience on a fabrication line at a larger processing facility is a plus

Responsibilities

• Break beef carcasses into primal and subprimal cuts for wholesale distribution
• Process custom orders down to retail and portion-cut specifications
• Perform boning work on chucks and rounds as needed
• Handle grinding, packaging, labeling, and proper product storage
• Keep knives sharp, clean, and properly sterilized throughout the shift
• Operate processing equipment safely and according to facility standards
• Follow all HACCP and FSIS food safety and sanitation protocols without exception
• Assist with end-of-shift cleanup and sanitization of the fabrication room and equipment
• Support cooler organization and load-out for wholesale and custom orders as needed

Skills

Meat cutting

Primal breakdown

Subprimal breakdown

Boning

HACCP

Food safety

Sanitation

Job description

KLA Industries, Inc. in Mansfield, OH is seeking a Meat Fabrication Specialist – Primal & Custom Processing to join its growing team. The role focuses on primal and subprimal breakdown, boning, and fabrication for wholesale and custom orders.

You will work on a fabrication line, adhere to HACCP/FSIS food safety protocols, and maintain strict sanitation. First shift hours and $20–$30/hour pay based on experience are offered.