Master Meat Cutter

US Foods•Lexington, NC

13d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Prepare high-quality cuts of meat according to customer specifications, company standards, and safety requirements while meeting yield and time benchmarks. The role involves trimming and customizing meat portions, operating meat production equipment, preparing and labeling customer orders, maintaining sanitary work areas, and mentoring junior cutters. Work is performed onsite in a refrigerated environment maintained at 35°F–45°F. Work may require overtime without notice, and the finish time depends on completion of the work.

Requirements

Skilled specialty meat cutter using knives.
At least 5 years of experience as a meat cutter, including experience with middle meats such as filets and ribeye.
Experience with band saws, laser portion machinery, or other meat production equipment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to read and understand customer specifications and perform basic math functions.
Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products, including USDA grades and standards.
Knowledge of NAMA guidelines and product cut numbers.
Ability to work continually in a refrigerated environment of 35°F–45°F.
Physical ability to meet the listed job demands, including continuous standing; frequent lifting and carrying of specified weights; and frequent pushing/pulling, climbing/balancing, stooping/squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, grasping, manipulating objects, and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, band saws, or other meat production equipment.
Count and stack portions on trays according to customer and company specifications.
Label portions using supplied product labels.
Read and understand cut tickets.
Set up the cutting room as required.
Keep cutting rooms and surrounding areas clean and sanitized.
Follow company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to maintain sanitary conditions.
Train and mentor junior-level cutters in basic skills improvement.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Interact professionally with employees, sales, and management throughout the company.