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As an Apprentice Meat Cutter, you will receive hands-on training and mentoring from certified meat cutters and department leaders. This role is designed to prepare you for certification as a Meat Cutter, with a structured program lasting up to one year. You will learn all aspects of meat department operations, including cutting, merchandising, safety, and sanitation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in daily cutting of fresh beef, pork, and grind under supervision
- Follow production schedules to meet requirements for advertised fresh meat cuts
- Wrap, stock, and organize fresh meat and poultry
- Learn and execute proper packaging, trim standards, yields, and Meijer specifications for pork and beef cuts
- Operate and clean meat department equipment (saw, wrapper, scales, cuber, grinder)
- Maintain department setup, opening, and closing duties
- Complete all required training modules and assessments within prescribed timelines
- Demonstrate safe work habits and strict adherence to safety policies (including Meat Grind Procedure #52)
- Participate in department merchandising, inventory control, and product presentation
- Assist with checking in fresh meat deliveries and maintaining hold box organization
- Learn knife sharpening skills and equipment safety procedures
- Work scheduled shifts according to training and business needs, which may include first, second, or third shifts
- May be required to travel to other locations for training or coverage (travel time and mileage paid per policy)
Training & Certification:
- Structured training program with periodic assessments (6 months and 1 year)
- Certification may occur at any point within the year upon demonstration of required skills
- Apprentices may not cut meat without a certified Meat Cutter or Team Leader present until certified
- Apprentices are expected to model professional behavior and dependability
Qualifications:
- Familiarity with weights and measure processes specific to meat processing
- Ability to understand and follow specific safety and sanitation procedures
- Experience in product presentation and packaging
- Experience using Computer Assisted Ordering applications
- Experience with inventory control procedures
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