Job Title: Meat Prepper I
Location: Vernon, CA
Duration: Contract Duration: Temporary-to-hire; conversion to permanent employment after 30 days
Shift: Schedule: Training period (first 2 weeks) on 1st shift, 6:00 AM 2:30 PM; regular schedule thereafter on 2nd shift, 2:30 PM 11:00 PM.

Job Summary

Our client, a leading company in the food distribution and meat processing industry, is seeking experienced Meat Cutters for their Vernon, CA facility. This is a temporary-to-hire position with 10 openings available. Per union contract terms, successful candidates will be converted to permanent employment after 30 days.

Key Responsibilities

- Cut, trim, slice, section, and weigh meats for custom orders and standard inventory
- Cut meat accurately to trim and yield specifications using knives, cleavers, meat saws, bandsaws, and related equipment
- Inspect meat products for defects, bruises, blemishes, and excess fat, removing as needed
- Clean, store, and maintain knives, scales, and other equipment
- Obtain and distribute specified meat products
- Separate meats and byproducts according to established procedures
- Record data for cutting yield tests
- Ensure compliance with product labeling and safety standards




- Maintain compliance with U.S.D.A. guidelines throughout all processes

Required Qualifications

- 0-3 years of relevant experience in meat cutting or processing
- Proficiency with knives, cleavers, meat saws, and bandsaws
- Ability to inspect products for defects and spoilage
- Basic mathematical skills, including calculations and conversions
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Working knowledge of U.S.D.A. compliance guidelines
- Ability to accurately record data for yield testing

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior experience in a unionized manufacturing or food processing environment
- Familiarity with product labeling and food safety compliance standards
- Experience working in a rapid-paced, temperature-controlled facility

About the Role

This position offers a structured training period followed by a transition to a regular 2nd shift schedule. It provides a clear path to permanent employment for qualified candidates who successfully complete the temporary period, in accordance with applicable union contract terms.

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