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Meats Associate Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Prepare and Produce Meat Products to Production Planner * Package and Label Meat Products per ... Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates

Prepare and Produce Meat Products to Production Planner * Package and Label Meat Products per ... Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates

Prepare and Produce Meat Products to Production Planner * Package and Label Meat Products per ... Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates

Prepare and Produce Meat Products to Production Planner * Package and Label Meat Products per ... Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates

Develops, supports and guides associates through professional development. * Engages and completes annual performance and development summaries by writing and conducting performance reviews.

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Pulaski, WI · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Our Meat associates work hands-on with our fresh variety of meat products. There are many different positions in the Meat department, including preparing quality products and guest service. If you ...

Develops, supports and guides associates through professional development. * Engages and completes annual performance and development summaries by writing and conducting performance reviews.

Develops, supports and guides associates through professional development. * Engages and completes annual performance and development summaries by writing and conducting performance reviews.

Develops, supports and guides associates through professional development. * Engages and completes annual performance and development summaries by writing and conducting performance reviews.

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What is a meats associate?

Meats Associates are retail or grocery store employees who specialize in handling, preparing, and displaying meat products for customers. Their duties typically include cutting, weighing, packaging, and labeling various types of meat, ensuring products meet safety and quality standards. They may also assist customers with selecting cuts of meat and answer questions about preparation or cooking. Meats Associates help maintain cleanliness and organization in the meat department, and follow strict food safety procedures. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of meat products, and strong customer service skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a meats associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Meats Associate, you need a solid understanding of meat preparation, food safety, and basic butchering techniques, often supported by a high school diploma or food handling certification. Familiarity with meat processing equipment, scales, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team help someone stand out in this role. These skills and qualities ensure product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced retail environment.

What are some common challenges faced by meats associates, and how can they be successfully managed?

Meats Associates often face challenges such as maintaining strict food safety standards, handling heavy products, and working in cold environments for extended periods. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail when cutting, packaging, and labeling products, as well as effective communication with team members to ensure proper inventory and customer satisfaction. Regularly following hygiene protocols and using personal protective equipment can help manage these challenges, while ongoing training supports skill development and confidence in daily tasks.

What is the difference between Meats Associate vs Butcher?

AspectMeats AssociateButcher
CertificationsBasic food handling and safety certificationsAdditional butchery and knife skills certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupermarket or retail store settingButcher shops, meat processing facilities, or specialty stores
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting customers, stocking meat, basic meat preparationMeat cutting, custom orders, detailed meat preparation

While both roles involve working with meat, a Meats Associate typically assists customers and stocks meat in retail environments, requiring basic food safety certifications. A Butcher performs more specialized tasks like meat cutting and custom preparation, often needing advanced butchery skills and certifications. The roles overlap in industry and environment but differ in skill level and responsibilities.

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Meats Associate jobs?

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<p>As a member of the C&amp;S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. </p><p></p><p>Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. </p><p></p><p>Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!</p><p></p><p><b>Location:</b></p>6700 W. State St. - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213<p> </p><p><b>Position Summary:</b></p><p>This role is responsible to work independently to prepare food, package, display, and stock meat products; to ensure that you contribute to the financial best interest of the store. Additionally, this role is responsible for meeting company guidelines for guest experience, as well as complying with company guidelines for safety and food safety.</p><p></p><p><b>Here’s What You’ll Do:</b></p><ul><li><p>Prepare and Produce Meat Products to Production Planner</p></li><li><p>Package and Label Meat Products per program plan</p></li><li><p>Merchandise Meat Products per Flight plan/Merchandising Expectations</p></li><li><p>Stock Backroom with Meat Products – Rotating and Dating Cases/Buckets</p></li><li><p>Notify the Meat Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.</p></li><li><p>Work as a team with other departments and Stores to achieve growth in our SpartanNash Retail stores</p></li><li><p>Understand basic functions of adding, subtracting, multiplying and division</p></li><li><p>Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates</p></li><li><p>Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines</p></li><li><p>Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations</p></li><li><p>Follow Guest Experience Guidelines</p></li><li><p>May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need</p></li><li><p>Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed<br /> </p></li></ul><p><b>Here’s What You’ll Need:</b></p><ul><li><p>High School Diploma (GED) preferred</p></li><li><p>One year of retail or related experience preferred</p></li><li><p>Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents</p></li><li><p>Basic mathematical skills</p></li><li><p>Detail Oriented<br /> </p></li></ul><p><b>Physical Requirements:</b></p><p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment.</p><p><span>As part of our <b>People First</b> culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer </span><a href="https://careers.spartannash.com/why-work-here/benefits/" target="_blank">a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package</a><span>.</span></p><p></p><p>SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. </p><p></p><p>We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.</p>

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