Warehouse Experienced Meat Cutter

La Crosse Meat Processing Plant

Position Details

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri / 1st Shift / No Weekends. Start Time: Between 6am to 7am until job is completePay Range: From $20 to $23 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 moreGrowth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution systemSafe 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.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. 1+ years meat cutting experience or on the job experience (for internal candidates). Knowledge of portion control practices and be familiar with the various cuts and types of meat products. Ability to stand continuously for 8 – 10 hours; ability to perform frequent lifting of 10 – 60 pounds, 60+ pounds occasionally from all positions; ability to occasionally push/pull tubs of meat weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Requires very repetitive work of the upper extremities with frequent twisting and bending at the waist along with extended reaching at knee level, waist level and shoulder level. Manual dexterity is required to assemble boxes, operate machines, handle meats, etc. Must be able to work in a damp, cool environment (40-45 degree) with some exposure to freezer temperatures and work a flexible schedule, depending on work volume. This position must pass a post offer drug test and background check.