Meat Trimmer - Houston, TX Stock Yards at US Foods

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Service, Meat ProcessingIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months in production, manufacturing, or meat trimming experience required
Kitchen prep experience and some basic knife skills preferred
Minimum of 6 months experience as a trimmer preferred
Experience with laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment preferred
Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products
Knowledge of USDA grades and standards
Ability to work continually in refrigerated environment (35°F-45°F) and for periods in freezer (10°F to -10°F)
Ability to stand continuously
Ability to frequently lift 11-50 lbs, occasionally lift 1-10 lbs and 51-100 lbs
Ability to frequently carry 21-50 lbs, occasionally carry 1-20 lbs and 51+ lbs
Ability to frequently push/pull, climb/balance, stoop/squat, kneel, bend, twist, manipulate objects, and demonstrate manual dexterity
Ability to occasionally walk, sit, reach above shoulder, and grasp objects continuously

Responsibilities

Prepare high quality cuts of meats according to customer specifications using company standards and adhering to all safety requirements
Trim fat and skin from meat and customize portions of products using knives or other meat production equipment
Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications
Label portions with supplied number product labels
Set up cutting room as required
Keep cutting room and surrounding area clean and sanitized
Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions
Work standing continually in a refrigerated environment (35°F-45°F)
Other duties as assigned by Manager

Skills

knife skills

meat trimming

portioning

GMP

sanitization

meat cutting

labeling

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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