Meat Cutter Savenor's Butchery Wholesale Chelsea, MA Job Details Full-time $20 - $25 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Food production Fabrication Teamwork Food processing Food portioning Weight checks Picking & packing

Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Meat Cutter / Production Associate is responsible for skilled meat cutting, portioning, trimming, grinding, and preparation of meat and poultry products according to company and customer specifications. This individual plays a critical role in maximizing yield, ensuring product consistency, and preparing high-quality products for fulfillment, retail, and wholesale distribution. The Meat Cutter / Production Associate must work quickly, safely, and cleanly with a variety of proteins and cut types in a cold, fast-paced production environment.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Cutting & Portioning Fabricate beef, pork, lamb, poultry, and other meat products from primal, sub-primal, or pre-trimmed form into steaks, chops, roasts, portions, grind, or other finished items with accuracy and care. Follow cut specifications for weight, thickness, trim level, shape, and style by customer, SKU, or production need. Use proper cutting and trimming techniques to maximize yield while minimizing waste and trim. Perform secondary trimming, portioning, grinding, tying, or value-added preparation as needed. Assist with daily production lists and ensure items are completed accurately and on time. Product Quality & Traceability Inspect meat and poultry quality during cutting for discoloration, bruising, off-condition product, foreign material, or other quality concerns. Ensure all finished products are clean, properly trimmed, accurately portioned, and meet company standards for quality and presentation. Follow lot tracking, labeling, dating, and rotation protocols as directed. Maintain proper separation of species, allergens, raw products, and ready-to-eat products throughout workflow. Communicate product shortages, quality concerns, or specification issues to leads or supervisors immediately. Workstation & Sanitation Keep cutting station, tables, scales, knives, saws, grinders, packaging areas, and surrounding work areas clean and organized. Sanitize tools, equipment, and surfaces as required throughout the shift and between product changes. Follow food safety standards, GMPs, PPE usage, and cross-contamination controls. Dispose of trim, scraps, and unusable product properly according to company procedures. Assist with post-shift cleanup, sanitation, and organization of production areas. Team Collaboration Communicate with leads and supervisors regarding yield feedback, cut errors, order needs, product shortages, or production priorities. Support picking, packing, labeling, inventory, receiving, or general fulfillment teams as needed during high-volume days. Work with team members to complete production accurately, safely, and within required timelines. Assist in training new cutters, apprentices, or production associates in cut styles, product handling, sanitation, and safety procedures. Maintain a professional, team-focused attitude and support the overall needs of the operation.

Required Qualifications:

1-2 years of meat cutting, butchery, food production, or related experience strongly preferred. Strong knife skills and comfort working with beef, pork, lamb, poultry, and other meat products. Ability to read cut specifications and perform accurate portioning by weight, thickness, and customer requirement. Able to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive cutting in a cold production environment. Experience with grinders, saws, slicers, scales, vacuum packaging, or other food production equipment is a plus. Must be dependable, punctual, safety-conscious, and able to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 42.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person