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Cargill

General Production

Columbus, NE · On-site

$20.17/hr

Lift/handling raw and cooked meats * Weighing, labeling, bagging, packing and boxing correct finished product * Ensuring food safety and quality * Cleanliness and housekeeping Required Qualifications

SpartanNash

Meat Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

Package and Label Meat Products per program plan * Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations * Stock Backroom with Meat Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets

SpartanNash

Meat Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

Package and Label Meat Products per program plan * Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations * Stock Backroom with Meat Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets

SpartanNash Company

Meat Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

Package and Label Meat Products per program plan * Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations * Stock Backroom with Meat Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets

SpartanNash Company

Meat Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

Package and Label Meat Products per program plan * Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations * Stock Backroom with Meat Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets

SpartanNash

Meat Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

Package and Label Meat Products per program plan * Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations * Stock Backroom with Meat Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets

SpartanNash Company

Meat Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

Package and Label Meat Products per program plan * Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations * Stock Backroom with Meat Products - Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets

SpartanNash

Meat Apprentice

Wahoo, NE · On-site

Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines. * Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. * Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and ...

SpartanNash Company

Meat Apprentice

Wahoo, NE · On-site

Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines. * Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. * Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and ...

SpartanNash

Meat Cutter

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines. * Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. * Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and ...

SpartanNash

Meat Cutter

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines. * Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. * Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and ...

SpartanNash Company

Meat Cutter

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines. * Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. * Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and ...

SpartanNash Company

Meat cutter

Bellevue, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Produce 'value-added' products per established guidelines. * Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts. * Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and ...

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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?

AspectMeat ProductionMeat Processing Worker
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.

What cities in Nebraska are hiring for Meat Production jobs?

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Infographic showing various Meat Production job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

General Production

Columbus, NE • On-site

Cargill
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$20.17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Cargill rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 225 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

If you do not hear from Cargill recruiting about your application for this role, you may re-apply next month to the new general production job that is posted.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Columbus, NE
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st & 2nd
Compensation: $20.17/hr

Benefits Information

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Health and Wellness Incentives
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

  • Perform repetitive tasks
  • Lift/handling raw and cooked meats
  • Weighing, labeling, bagging, packing and boxing correct finished product
  • Ensuring food safety and quality
  • Cleanliness and housekeeping

Required Qualifications

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
  • Must be 18 years or older

Preferred Qualifications

  • Further processing experience
  • Meat production experience
  • Production experience
  • Work history in the last 12 months


Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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Cargill was founded in 1865 as a single grain warehouse in Iowa, U.S. Since then, we’ve grown to become a global partner connecting people around the planet. But one thing has remained constant over the years: our purpose of nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world. In the fiscal year 2021, Cargill provided $110.5 million in total charitable contributions in 56 countries to support our communities. Cargill businesses and employee-led groups partner with local civic, nonprofit and non-governmental organizations on programs and projects that improve food security and nutrition; support human rights, equity and inclusion; strengthen farmer livelihoods; and advance our commitments in the areas of land use, water and climate.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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