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How much do meat production jobs pay per hour?

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?

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.

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Infographic showing various Meat Production job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Meat Production Associate - Stock Yards

Glen Ellyn, IL • On-site

US Foods, Inc.
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees
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$19 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

US Foods rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

THE STOCK YARDS STORY
We’ve been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat-selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. Whatever your need, from white-linen presentation to casual family dining, our procurement experts will find the best-quality options that work for your budget and pack-size needs, carefully selected from our extensive meat assortment.
Prepare and pack meat products to achieve production demands. Must adhere to USDA Safety and Sanitation Regulations and customer specifications.

Location is at Chicago Stock Yards in Aurora, IL

1st shift

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 6:00 pm OT and Saturdays as needed.

Hablamos Español!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work in a fast-paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for the next stage of processing
• Effectively utilize tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products within planned schedules
• Follow all Food Safety requirements and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Perform visual inspection of meat products to meet certain specifications
• Meet company standards and customer specifications
• Assist in cleanliness of general work area
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F.   Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel.   May require overtime with or without notice.  Finish time is when work is completed.
Education/Training:  High School graduate or GED preferred with basic reading, writing and math skills.
Related Experience/Requirements: Production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production or food service warehouse environments preferred.  Able to work overtime as needed. Complete miscellaneous and other duties as assigned. 
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  Perform various roles including activities such as product receiving and selection, packaging, sorting, re-boxing, marination, further processing and facility sanitation while adhering to company manufacturing requirements and safety regulations.

Work Environment

Work continually in refrigerated environment 35F- 45Fdegrees
Must be able to work for periods of time in freezer 10F to - 10F degrees

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33% FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% Never: 0%

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:          

SIT: Occasionally

STAND: Continuously

WALK: Occasionally

DRIVE: Continuously

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:  

1-10lbs: Occasionally

10-20lbs: Frequently

25-50lbs: Frequently

50-100lbs: Frequently

Over 100lbs: Never

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:        

1-10 lbs.: Occasionally

10-20 lbs.: Occasionally

25-50 lbs.: Occasionally

50-100 lbs.: Occasionally

Over 100 lbs.: Never

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:          

Push/pull: Frequently 

Step/Climb/balance: Frequently 

Stoop/squat: Frequently

Kneel: Frequently

Bend: Frequently

Reach above shoulder: Occasionally

Grasp objects: Continuously

Manipulate objects: Frequently

Reach/Turn: Frequently

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $19.00 and $20.75 hr.

As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation.​​

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance

***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status*** 

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US Foods® is one of America's great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With nearly 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, we provide our customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Rosemont, IL, US

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