Job Description:
La Crosse Meat Processing Plant
In January 2025 Facility will be relocated in West Salem WI!!
Position Details:
- $10,000 Hiring Bonus for Experienced Meat Cutters
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (No Weekends)
- Start Time: Between 6am to 7am until job is complete
- Pay Range: From $20 per hour and up 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 more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
- Safe 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.
Qualification:
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years meat cutting experience or on the job experience.
• 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.
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our
EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law"
poster and
supplement; and (3) the
Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
