Meat Cutter - 2nd Shift

PFG | Performance Good Group

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meat Cutter portions, slices, and packages meat and seafood to specified sizes and weights according to work orders and customer preferences. The role involves cleaning and sanitizing tools, meeting safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), USDA, and quality standards, and maintaining an efficient flow of product through production. The employee works as a member of the department and organization and may perform other duties as assigned. The second-shift schedule is Sunday through Thursday. The usual hours are 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., except Sundays, when the schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The work location is 240 SW 32nd St, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315. Pay is $18 per hour and up, based on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of meat-cutting experience.
Basic math skills and the ability to work accurately with numbers and quantities.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to six hours per day.
Ability and willingness to work in cold environments, such as refrigerated storage or meat-processing facilities.
Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 80 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

Review the work schedule, inspect equipment for safety, obtain required supplies, and prepare for operations; secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
Check cutting lists, obtain stock from coolers, open cases, and dispose of trash in the proper receptacle.
Hand-cut portions of beef, pork, lamb, and seafood using knives and proper cutting techniques.
Clean and sanitize knives and tools, and comply with applicable USDA regulations and standards.
Use a band saw or slicer to cut portions, check weights, and place portions into the proper tubs.
Remove totes and tubs of scrap and place them in the pickup area.
Assist packers and sanitizers as required.
Perform housekeeping duties and clean the packaging work area and equipment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.