Meat Prepper I

Spectraforce Technologies; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a skilled Meat Trimmer / Production Associate for our cold meat production facility. You will trim, cut, and prepare products to meet customer specifications while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role requires prior meat-cutting experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to work safely in a refrigerated environment. Training on 1st shift precedes a 2nd shift transition after successful completion.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in meat trimming or cutting operations.
• Strong knife-handling skills and safety with cutting tools.
• Ability to work in a cold, refrigerated production setting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, and prepare meat to customer specs and standards.
• Inspect materials for quality and identify deficiencies.
• Identify meat cuts by name and appearance.
• Trim loins and sub-primal cuts for further processing.
• Label and organize trimmed products correctly.
• Prepare basic cuts and value-added items; maximize yield and minimize waste.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.
• Perform repetitive cutting tasks with knives and equipment.
• Support general production duties and adapt to daily needs.

Skills

Meat trimming

Knife skills

Cold environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Meat Trimmer / Production Associate

Location: Sysco

Pay Rate: $18.75 per hour

Position Type: Temporary-to-Hire

Interview Type: In-Person

Work Environment: Cold, refrigerated meat production facility

Schedule:

• Training Period: First two weeks on 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
• Regular Schedule: After successful completion of training, employees will transition to 2nd Shift (2:30 PM - 11:00 PM)

Union Requirement: This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity. In accordance with the union contract, employees must be converted to permanent Sysco employees after 30 days.

Position Summary

Sysco is seeking a skilled and dependable Meat Trimmer / Production Associate to join our production team. This role is responsible for trimming, cutting, and preparing meat products according to customer specifications while maintaining product quality, food safety standards, and production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have previous meat-cutting experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to work safely and effectively in a cold production environment.This position plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality products are properly prepared and ready for the next stage of processing while maximizing yield and minimizing waste.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, and prepare meat products according to customer specifications and company standards.
• Inspect raw materials and identify quality concerns or product deficiencies.
• Recognize and differentiate various meat products and cuts by name and appearance.
• Trim loins and prepare sub-primal cuts for further processing.
• Properly identify, label, and organize trimmed products.
• Prepare basic cuts and value-added products, including stew meat, roasts, PTRs, and other specialty items.
• Maintain product quality standards while maximizing yield and reducing waste.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with production team members to achieve daily production goals.
• Perform repetitive cutting and trimming tasks using knives and related tools.
• Assist with general production duties as assigned.
• Remain flexible to work until daily production requirements have been completed.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in meat trimming, meat processing, or meat-cutting operations.
• Strong knife-handling skills and the ability to safely use cutting tools.
• Basic knowledge of meat cuts and processing techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing customer requirements and production demands.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a food manufacturing or meat-processing facility.
• Familiarity with yield management and production efficiency standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull heavy products.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.
• Manual dexterity required to safely operate knives and production equipment.
• Ability to use hands, fingers, arms, and legs to operate production and material-handling equipment.
• Ability to detect product freshness and spoilage through smell.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.

Work Environment

• Cold, refrigerated, and wet production environment.
• Regular exposure to sharp cutting tools and moving machinery.
• Fast-paced production setting with daily output expectations.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols.
• Exposure to meat products and food production operations.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has prior meat trimming or meat-cutting experience, possesses strong knife skills, and understands basic meat cuts and processing procedures. They are safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining productivity and quality standards in a cold, refrigerated production environment. Successful candidates are dependable team players who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting and are committed to producing high-quality products.

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