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Master Meat Cutter

Salary$25 – $26/hr
LocationSY Lexington NC
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 3d ago
Verified live12h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have11
Skilled as a specialty meat cutter using knives required
Minimum (5) years' experience as a meat cutter including middle meats such as filets and ribeye
Experience with band saws, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment required
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations
Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Ability to read and understand customers specifications and do basic math functions
Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products including USDA grades and standards
Knowledge of NAMA guidelines and product cut numbers required
Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F-45°F
Train and mentor junior level cutters in basic skills improvement
Nice to have1
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Skills
knives
band saws
laser portion machinery
meat production equipment
Benefits
Health insurance
Pre tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Short term disability
Long term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Hiring process
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
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About the role
Prepare high quality cuts of meat according to customer specifications using company standards and adhering to all safety requirements. Able to keep within yield and time benchmarks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, band saws or other meat production equipment.
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Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications.
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Label portion with supplied product labels.
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Read and understand cut tickets.
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Set up the cutting room as required.
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Keep cutting rooms and surrounding area clean and sanitized.
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Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions.
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Train and mentor junior level cutters in basic skills improvement
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Work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F.
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Complete miscellaneous other duties as assigned.
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Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime without notice.
RELATIONSHIPS
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Internal: The incumbent is required to interact with employees, sales, and management at levels of responsibility throughout the company in a professional manner.
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External: N/A
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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Onsite: Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Skilled as a specialty meat cutter using knives required.
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Minimum (5) years’ experience as a meat cutter including middle meats such as filets and ribeye.
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Experience with band saws, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment is required.
•
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
•
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.
•
Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
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Ability to read and understand customers specifications and do basic math functions.
EDUCATION
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High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING
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Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products including USDA grades and standards.
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Knowledge of NAMA guidelines and product cut numbers required.
LICENSES
Nice to have
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N/A
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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N/A
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Must be able to perform the following physical activities for the described length of time.
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
FREQUENCY:
STAND: CONTINUOUSLY
WALK: OCCASIONALLY
DRIVE VEHICLE: N/A
SIT: OCCASIONALLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): N/A
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light): OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): N/A
PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY
STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY
KNEEL: FREQUENTLY
BEND: FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: OCCASIONALLY
TWIST: FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS 3: CONTINUOUSLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY
1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $25.00-$26.00.
Benefits
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html
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