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Cotati, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat production in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is meat production?

Meat production refers to the process of raising animals for food and processing them into meat products for human consumption. This includes the breeding, feeding, and care of livestock such as cattle, pigs, chickens, and sheep, as well as the slaughtering, butchering, and packaging of meat. The industry follows strict regulations to ensure food safety, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. Meat production plays a crucial role in the global food supply and supports millions of jobs worldwide.

What does someone working in meat production do?

In meat production, daily tasks often include processing, packaging, and inspecting meat products to ensure quality and safety standards are met. Employees operate machinery, follow strict sanitation procedures, and monitor temperature controls to prevent contamination. Team members frequently collaborate with quality assurance staff and supervisors to maintain compliance with health regulations. By adhering to these protocols, workers play a crucial role in delivering safe, high-quality products to consumers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in meat production?

To thrive in Meat Production, you need a solid understanding of food safety regulations, meat processing techniques, and basic machinery operation, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with specialized equipment such as slicers, grinders, and packaging machines, as well as knowledge of HACCP or USDA guidelines, is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are important soft skills in this environment. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality processing of meat products while maintaining compliance with strict industry standards.

What is the difference between Meat Production vs Meat Processing Worker?

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CredentialsHigh school diploma, food safety certificationsHigh school diploma, food safety certifications
Work EnvironmentFarms, slaughterhouses, processing plantsProcessing plants, slaughterhouses
Industry UsagePrimary production of livestock to meatProcessing and packaging meat products
Job FocusRaising, caring for animals, slaughteringCutting, processing, packaging meat

Meat Production involves raising and slaughtering animals, focusing on livestock care and initial processing. Meat Processing Workers handle the further processing, cutting, and packaging of meat products. Both roles require food safety certifications and work in similar environments, but their primary responsibilities differ in the production stage versus processing stage.

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Meat Production

Cotati, CA • On-site

Oliver's Market
Retail • 1 - 5K employees
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$19 - $22/hr

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago

Oliver's Market rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

MEAT PRODUCTION

REGULAR PART TIME - $19.00-$22.00/HR

SHIFTS: EVENING/CLOSING SHIFTS (1:30PM-10:00PM) - WEEKENDS REQUIRED

POSITION SUMMARY

As Meat Production Clerk, you focus on supporting the Meat Department with customer service to ensure the highest level of success in the day-to-day operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide excellent customer service, address the needs of customers, and answer their questions in a timely and effective manner.
  • Acquire and maintain thorough knowledge of Meat Department products and services.
  • Describe attributes of the meats we sell and cooking techniques to customers.
  • Aid with preparation of products according to the Companys specifications and recipes. (e.g. ground meat, sausage, ready-to-cook products, cured meats, marinaded meats, seasoned burger patties, etc.)
  • Package, weigh, label, and price products for full service and self-service cases, using the Cry-O-Vac (ROP) when appropriate.
  • Maintain display cases to ensure product quality, cleanliness, and accuracy of signs and pricing. (e.g. set up displays, check dates and rotate, replenish ice, etc.)
  • Aid with the breakdown and inspection of delivery/vendor orders.
  • Accurately follow proper rotation practices when organizing and storing received deliveries.
  • Operation of equipment. (e.g. price scale, meat grinder, knives, etc.)
  • Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously.
  • Organize, rotate, and stock workstation and department supplies. (e.g. paper goods & packaging products, product ingredients, etc.)
  • Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, and equipment. (e.g. floors, counters, windows, workstations, slicers, grinders, etc.)
  • Follow and comply with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation and safe work practices.
  • Immediately reports safety hazards and violations to supervisors.
  • Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned.
  • Works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • 18+ years old.
  • General Meat Department experience
  • Basic product knowledge, including how to prepare/cook meat (Meat, Poultry, and Seafood).
  • Demonstrated ability in knife handling, other cutting equipment, and safety procedures.
  • Know how to effectively prioritize competing tasks in a fast paced, evolving environment.
  • Capacity to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Clear and effective communication style, both written and verbal.
  • Team-player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Conversational English skills required when working with customers.
  • Bilingual proficiency preferred.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES

  • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Food Handlers Certificate (ServSafe or ANSI compliant organization).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT- The list below outlines the expectations, requirements, and conditions of this position:

  • Works with and around flour/grains, dairy, fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and/or other food allergens.
  • Constantly lifts/carries 10 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
  • In a work day: constant standing/walking.
  • Work requires the following motions: standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and reaching. Bending and twisting at waist and neck. Reaching above and below the shoulders.
  • Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
  • Frequent-to-constant exposure to extreme temperatures from work in and around freezers, coolers, refrigerators, ovens, stovetops, grills, barbeques, etc., inside and outside of the store in all weather conditions.
  • Consistent work in wet and dry conditions.
  • May require use of ladders or step stools.
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals (gas, fumes, chemicals).
  • Work with and around tools and equipment, including but not limited to knives, personal protective equipment, forklift, pallet jacks, hand trucks, six-wheel carts, baler, etc.
  • Intermittent noise from equipment and machinery.
  • Wear non-slip, water and oil resistant closed-toe shoes.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits for Part Time employees will follow all applicable regulations.

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