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TiltEdge Solutions LLC

Plant Manager

Lampasas, TX · On-site

Open Duration: 3+ Months role with high chances of extension/conversion Seeking an Ex or Retired USDA (FSIS) Inspector to manage daily operations of a USDA-inspected slaughterhouse. This role ensures ...

Bridges Staffing

Butcher

Grand Bay, AL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Experience in butchering, meat processing, slaughterhouse, or packaging environments. * Willingness to learn rail breaking or expand existing skills. * Understanding of basic meat cutting and safety ...

Bridges Staffing

Butcher

Grand Bay, AL

$16 - $18/hr

Experience in butchering, meat processing, slaughterhouse, or packaging environments. * Willingness to learn rail breaking or expand existing skills. * Understanding of basic meat cutting and safety ...

Aerotek

Dock Worker

Lancaster, KY

$14 - $20/hr

Work Environment This role is based in a cold, wet industrial facility that operates in a slaughterhouse environment, where low temperatures are necessary for product safety and quality. The floor is ...

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How much do slaughterhouse jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for slaughterhouse in the United States is $20.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Slaughterhouse job?

A slaughterhouse job involves processing livestock into meat products for consumer consumption. Duties can include slaughtering animals, processing carcasses, packaging meat, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards. Workers may operate machinery, handle knives, and follow strict regulations to ensure food safety. It is physically demanding work that requires attention to detail and adherence to ethical and legal guidelines.

What does a typical workday look like for someone working in a slaughterhouse?

A typical workday in a slaughterhouse involves working on a fast-paced production line, performing specific tasks such as animal handling, slaughtering, processing, and packaging meat according to strict safety and quality standards. Employees often rotate between tasks and collaborate closely with team members to maintain efficiency and workflow. The environment can be cold and physically demanding, requiring the use of protective gear and adherence to safety protocols. Work schedules may vary, with some positions offering early morning or evening shifts. Over time, employees may have opportunities to move into supervisory or specialized roles through on-the-job training and experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Slaughterhouse position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Slaughterhouse worker, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and basic knowledge of food safety and animal handling, with a high school diploma or equivalent often required. Familiarity with cutting tools, sterilization equipment, and adherence to health and safety regulations such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) protocols is important. Soft skills like teamwork, stress management, and the ability to follow instructions make a candidate stand out. These skills ensure efficient, safe, and compliant meat processing operations in a physically demanding environment.

How much do people who work in slaughterhouses make?

Workers in slaughterhouses typically earn an hourly wage that ranges from minimum wage to around $15-$20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and specific job duties. Many positions are entry-level and may require physical strength and adherence to safety protocols, with some roles offering overtime pay. Salaries can vary based on unionization and company policies.
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Animal Blood Collection & Transport Technician

Animal Blood Collection & Transport Technician

Bio-Techne

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$27.20 - $37.40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Bio-Techne rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:

$27.20 - $37.40

Position Summary:

The Animal Blood Collection Driver is responsible for safely collecting, handling, and transporting bovine and porcine whole blood from approved slaughterhouse facilities to the processing site. This role supports the production of IVD-grade and downstream biological materials by ensuring accurate collection, biosecurity, temperature control, and complete documentation. The position requires strict adherence to safety, biohazard, and quality standards, along with frequent travel to collection sites and hands-on work in active slaughterhouse environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Slaughterhouse Collection & Operations

  • Drive company vehicle to designated slaughterhouse locations multiple times per week.
  • Gear up with required PPE (bodysuit, ear and eye protection) prior to collection activities.
  • Set up sterile, labeled collection containers, anticoagulant systems, hoses, and related equipment.
  • Collect bovine and porcine blood at the kill line following approved procedures and SOPs.
  • Follow animals along conveyor lines as needed to maximize collection efficiency.
  • Ensure proper mixing of blood with anticoagulant to prevent clot formation.
  • Inspect collected blood for contamination, clots, container integrity, and proper fill levels.

Transport & Logistics

  • Safely handle, load, and transport collected biological materials using approved containers and vehicles.
  • Maintain specified transport conditions (e.g., ambient temperature or per specification).
  • Ensure timely delivery of collected blood to the processing facility.

Quality, Compliance & Documentation

  • Accurately complete collection records, batch logs, volume logs, and chain-of-custody documentation.
  • Follow all company SOPs, GMP principles, biohazard handling standards, and data integrity requirements.
  • Report deviations, spills, equipment failures, or abnormal findings promptly.
  • Comply with all biohazard, bloodborne pathogen, sanitation, and PPE requirements.
  • Handle spills, leaks, or damaged containers using approved safety procedures.
  • Maintain cleanliness of collection equipment, tools, and transport vehicles.
  • Perform daily inspection, cleaning, and basic maintenance of collection equipment and vehicles.
  • Report equipment issues, malfunctions, or supply shortages.
  • Communicate effectively with slaughterhouse personnel and internal operations teams.
  • Coordinate collection schedules with internal scheduling or operations staff.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to collection efficiency, safety, and logistics flow.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of or ability to learn biohazard safety protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Ability to lift and carry 40-80 lbs and push or maneuver heavy containers and carts (250+ lbs).
  • Comfortable working with animal blood and biological materials.
  • Ability to work in extreme temperatures (above 100F in summer, below 0F in winter).

Working Conditions:

  • Exposure to temperature extremes and biohazards including blood, urine, feces, raw milk, bile.
  • Onsite work required at slaughterhouse facilities and processing locations.
  • Regular exposure to biohazards including blood, urine, feces, raw milk, and bile.
  • Work hours typically align with early morning slaughter schedules (e.g., 3:30 AM - 11:30 AM), including travel time (up to 2-3 hours round trip).
  • Frequent travel to collection sites required.

Physical Requirements:

  • Lifting 40-60 lbs
  • Pushing carts over 250 lbs
  • Extended periods of standing and walking.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

  • We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
  • We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
  • We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
  • We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
  • We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
  • We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.

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