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RIVER CITY DINER & SMOKEHOUSE -- OCONTO, WI We're looking for HIGH-ENERGY, RELIABLE, CUSTOMER ... within our operating hours of approximately 6:30 AM-8:30 PM ● ⭐ Weekend and holiday ...

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Load and unload smokehouse kilns; monitor product during cook cycles per HACCP protocols. * Operate ... Experience operating production equipment such as slicers, skinners, vacuum sealers, or tray ...

Cashier - Lockhart Smokehouse

Arlington, TX · On-site

$10.50 - $14/hr

Handling objects (including cash, coins, credit cards), products, speaking over and operating ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer ...

Cashier - Lockhart Smokehouse

Arlington, TX · On-site

$10.50 - $14/hr

Handling objects (including cash, coins, credit cards), products, speaking over and operating ... May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer ...

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How much do weekend smokehouse operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend smokehouse operator in the United States is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Smokehouse Operator vs Weekend Butcher?

AspectWeekend Smokehouse OperatorWeekend Butcher
CertificationsFood safety, HACCPFood safety, HACCP
Work EnvironmentSmokehouse, processing plantButcher shop, processing plant
Industry UsageMeat processing, smoked productsMeat cutting, retail and wholesale
Job FocusSmoking, curing, maintaining smokehouseCutting, trimming, preparing meat

The Weekend Smokehouse Operator and Weekend Butcher roles share similar certifications and work environments within the meat processing industry. However, the Smokehouse Operator specializes in smoking and curing meats, while the Butcher focuses on cutting and preparing meat products. Both roles are essential in meat production and often searched together by those interested in meat processing careers.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Smokehouse Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 60% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,306 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Smokehouse Operator- 5pm start time

Holland, MI

Specialty Foods Group
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Smokehouse Operator 3rd Shift - Quincy Street Inc. Holland, MI

Quincy Street Inc. a division of Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America's Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling quarter-sliced ham in the United States) as well as a number of well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer's, Field, Mickelberry's, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky.

We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our associates by offering a total rewards package, including competitive pay, three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts), pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, a retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members' contributions), a competitive paid time off program, educational assistance, and numerous advancement opportunities. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture.

Our team helps feed the world! Are you ready to step up to the challenge of launching your career with Indiana Packers?

We are looking for highly responsible, motivated, and energetic individuals who possess a strong work ethic to fill these positions and be a part of our team.

Job Requirements:

  • Work in a cold (37 F) environment
  • Stand on your feet for a significant period of time
  • Bend, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
  • Follow all established safety policies and guidelines
  • Work overtime, as needed daily and weekends
  • Pass substance/alcohol abuse tests and company physical

Experience, Education and Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Accurately keep records (smokehouse settings; racks of meat placed into smokehouse, etc.)
  • Be willing to gain an in-depth knowledge of smokehouse procedures.
  • 1-3 years navigating a PLC electronic panel
  • Transition product from floor, to scales (recording weight), to ovens
  • Monitor process, performing temperature checks and subsequent recording
  • Previous industrial, manufacturing, or processing, experience is preferred.

Soft Skills:

  • Demonstrate a strong set of care values that transcend both professional and personal environments.
  • Commit to continuous improvement, acting with urgency and purpose.
  • Have a commitment to strict adherence, of policies and procedures ensuring 100% compliance.
  • Continually demonstrate discipline, motivation, problem solving skills, and credibility
  • Highly attention to detail

Quincy Street Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and values diversity. Our EOE policy not only prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category under state, local or federal law, but also reflects our commitment to making all employment decisions without regard to an individual's membership in a protected class. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, rates of pay and other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in company-sponsored employee activities. As part of its equal opportunity policy, we also take affirmative action in accordance with applicable laws to ensure that women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities have opportunities to join and progress within the Company.