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Johnsonville

Deboning 2nd Shift

Watertown, WI

$29.95/hr

Deboning is the department at Johnsonville where Members remove the meat from the sow's carcass. The goal of De-boning is to remove as much meat as possible, so that the meat can then be mixed with ...

Johnsonville

Deboning 2nd Shift

Watertown, WI · On-site

$29.95/hr

Deboning is the department at Johnsonville where Members remove the meat from the sow's carcass. The goal of De-boning is to remove as much meat as possible, so that the meat can then be mixed with ...

Johnsonville, LLC

Deboning 2nd Shift

Watertown, WI · On-site

$29.95/hr

Deboning is the department at Johnsonville where Members remove the meat from the sow?s carcass. The goal of De-boning is to remove as much meat as possible, so that the meat can then be mixed with ...

Zeke's

Butcher-Zeke's Restaurant

Orange Beach, AL · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

For us to bring in the freshest product around, then we need someone dedicated to fileting, cutting, and deboning of products daily. This position directly assists the Chef and Sous Chef's in ...

Deadwood Lodge

Butcher

Deadwood, SD

$16 - $21.25/hr

Responsible for all meat preparations. Cutting, Deboning, grinding, portioning meats for restaurant and banquet events.

Staffing Connection Inc.

Fish Trimmer

Mobile, AL · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Perform precise filleting, trimming, and deboning of seafood according to quality standards. * Maintain cleanliness, safety, and hygiene in the workplace. * Manage tools and equipment used in seafood ...

Deadwood Lodge

Butcher

Deadwood, SD

$16 - $21.25/hr

Responsible for all meat preparations. Cutting, Deboning, grinding, portioning meats for restaurant and banquet events.

Deadwood Lodge

Butcher

Deadwood, SD · On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Responsible for all meat preparations. Cutting, Deboning, grinding, portioning meats for restaurant and banquet events.

Piggly Wiggly

Butcher

Lagrange, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Also responsible for handling, deboning, trimming, grinding, or tenderizing cuts of meat. Receive deliveries of meat and inspect them to ensure that they adhere to the highest quality standards.

MALIBU COUNTRY MARKET LLC

Meat Clerk

Malibu, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Skilled in cutting, trimming, deboning, and preparing beef, pork, poultry, and seafood products according to company standards. Knowledgeable in food safety regulations, proper product handling ...

MALIBU COUNTRY MARKET LLC

Meat Clerk

Malibu, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Skilled in cutting, trimming, deboning, and preparing beef, pork, poultry, and seafood products according to company standards. Knowledgeable in food safety regulations, proper product handling ...

Piggly Wiggly

Butcher

Phenix City, AL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Also responsible for handling, deboning, trimming, grinding, or tenderizing cuts of meat. Receive deliveries of meat and inspect them to ensure that they adhere to the highest quality standards.

Piggly Wiggly

Butcher

Phenix City, AL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Also responsible for handling, deboning, trimming, grinding, or tenderizing cuts of meat. Receive deliveries of meat and inspect them to ensure that they adhere to the highest quality standards.

Piggly Wiggly

Butcher

Augusta, GA · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Also responsible for handling, deboning, trimming, grinding, or tenderizing cuts of meat. Receive deliveries of meat and inspect them to ensure that they adhere to the highest quality standards.

Piggly Wiggly

Butcher

Columbus, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Also responsible for handling, deboning, trimming, grinding, or tenderizing cuts of meat. Receive deliveries of meat and inspect them to ensure that they adhere to the highest quality standards.

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for deboning in the United States is $15.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is deboning?

Deboning is the process of removing bones from meat, poultry, or fish to prepare it for consumption or further processing. This task is commonly performed in food processing plants, butcher shops, and restaurants to produce boneless cuts that are easier to cook and eat. Deboning requires skill and attention to safety, as it often involves the use of sharp knives and specialized tools. Workers must be knowledgeable about anatomy to efficiently separate meat from bone while minimizing waste. Proper deboning helps improve product quality and maximizes yield.

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To thrive as a Deboner, you need excellent manual dexterity, attention to detail, and knowledge of meat processing techniques, often supported by on-the-job training or experience in a meat processing environment. Familiarity with cutting tools, safety equipment, and food safety standards is typically required. Strong work ethic, physical stamina, and the ability to work quickly and efficiently as part of a team are highly valued soft skills. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining product quality, ensuring safety, and meeting production targets in a fast-paced setting.

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Deboning workers often face challenges such as repetitive motions, maintaining speed and accuracy, and adhering to strict safety and hygiene standards. To address these, many facilities provide ergonomic tools, regular safety training, and job rotation to reduce fatigue and minimize the risk of injury. Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors also plays a crucial role in ensuring workflow efficiency and maintaining product quality.
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Deboning 2nd Shift

Watertown, WI

Johnsonville
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

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$29.95/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Facility: Watertown

 Our manufacturing members are the heart of our organization. Members of our manufacturing team, which includes machine operators, packaging, shipping and more, take pride in ensuring we produce only the highest-quality, most consistent products for our customers and consumers. If you're passionate about making a difference, we want you to help make our products, processes, communities and each other better.

Position Overview

Pay Rate: $29.95/hr + $1.50 Shift Premium
Hours: 2:30pm - 11:00pm, Monday-Friday (Overtime as production demands). 


Deboning is the department at Johnsonville where Members remove the meat from the sow's carcass. The goal of De-boning is to remove as much meat as possible, so that the meat can then be mixed with other ingredients to make it into brats, breakfast sausage and ground pork. There are a variety of different positions on the De-Boning Floor, but all of them require some form of handling the sow's body or body parts.

Responsibilities

   Cutting and preparing meat for further processing 
   Using a straight knife and motorized knife to remove meat
   Using a saw to cut ribs
   Cleaning, sharpening, and maintaining knives, tools and equipment
   Learn and perform several job functions in department at line speed
   Adhere to all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and Safety policies
   Attend all plant meetings and complete monthly safety observations and trainings
   Complete all other duties as assigned

Experience

   Knife Skills highly preferred

Skills

   Teamwork is a must
   The ability to coach your peers 

 Physical Demands: 
   Must be able to hand grip/push/pull up to 50 lbs, carry 32 lbs, and lift 24 lbs
   Walking and/or Standing throughout the shift
   Bending and/or Reaching throughout the shift 

Other Requirements

   This job requires hands-on interaction with a variety of different cuts of meat from the pig, along with the bones of the carcass itself as well as any blood that accompanies it. We want to ensure that candidates for this position have a high enough comfort level with the blood and bones of the sow.
   TEMPERATURE - Will be exposed to wide variations in temperature, operating temperature of the Boning department is approximately 40 degrees F.
   Ability to work with inside conditions that include exposure to moderate noise levels and moderate odor
   Must be at least 18 years old
    Ability to pass a pre-employment, post offer drug screen, physical and background check

Benefits and Compensation

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage.  Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong.  We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries.  We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally.  We call it The Johnsonville Way.  It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. 

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.

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