Meat Cutter Apprentice - Warehouse

La Crosse Meat Processing Plant
In March 2025 Facility will be relocated in West Salem WI!!

Position Details:

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (No Weekends)
• Start Time: Between 6am to 7am until job is complete
• Pay Rate: From $18 per hour based on experience

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

Portion cut, slice and package meats/seafood to specific sizes and weights according to work order specifications and customer preferences, clean and sanitize tools ensuring all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of product through the production process. Functions as a team member within the department and
organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Check cutting list and obtain stock from coolers, open cases and place trash in proper receptacle.
• Cut various size portions of raw meat/seafood (Beef / Pork / Lamb / Seafood) by hand with knives using proper cutting techniques.
• Clean and sanitize knives and tools, maintain and abide by USDA regulations and standards as required.
• Cut portions of meat/seafood using band saw or slicer, check weights and place cut meat portions into proper tubs.
• Remove totes and tubs of scrap and place in pick-up area.
• Assist Packers and Sanitizers as required.
• Perform general housekeeping duties, clean packaging work area and equipment, maintain and abide safety and quality regulations and standards as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Compensation

From $18.00 per hour

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

0 - 6 Months Meat/Seafood cutter experience or related area