Master Meat Cutter

US Foods•Lexington, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Master Meat Cutter trims and customizes meat portions using knives, band saws, and other meat production equipment. The position counts and stacks portions on trays according to customer and company specifications, labels products, reads cut tickets, and sets up the cutting room as needed. The cutter maintains clean, sanitized work areas and follows company Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure sanitary conditions. The role also trains and mentors junior-level cutters in basic skills improvement and performs other duties as assigned. This is an onsite production role requiring continuous work in a refrigerated environment of 35°F–45°F. The finish time depends on completion of the work, and overtime may be required without notice. The position involves frequent physical activities including lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, bending, twisting, grasping, and manipulating objects.

Requirements

At least five years of experience as a meat cutter, including experience with middle meats such as filets and ribeye.
Skill as a specialty meat cutter using knives.
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.
Ability to stand continuously and perform the physical activities described in the posting, including frequent lifting and carrying of 11–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Trim and customize meat portions using knives, band saws, or other meat production equipment.
Count and stack portions on trays according to customer and company specifications.
Label portions with 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 to maintain sanitary conditions.
Train and mentor junior-level cutters in basic skills improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Interact professionally with employees, sales personnel, and management throughout the company.