Meat Processing & Packaging Associate
Posted
Our client , a family-owned Bronx meat supplier, known for hand-selected USDA Prime beef and premium cuts served by top New York steakhouses is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Meat Processing & Packaging Associate to join our team. This role focuses on vacuum-sealed meat packaging operations using commercial sealing systems.
Location: Bronx , NY
Pay $17.00 / HR
Shift : 5am to completion
Key Responsibilities Cryovac Machine Operation
Location: Bronx , NY
Pay $17.00 / HR
Shift : 5am to completion
Key Responsibilities Cryovac Machine Operation
- Feed product into vacuum-sealing machines (Multivac R085, VC999)
- Monitor vacuum seal integrity and remove/repack defective product
- Trim excess plastic and prepare finished packages
- Run product through shrink tunnel when required
- Maintain steady production flow to avoid bottlenecks or pileups
- Follow sanitation SOPs and equipment safety protocols
- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Prevent cross-contamination and maintain product integrity
- Maintain proper temperature controls (35 40 F environment)
- Report equipment or quality issues to leads immediately
- Work collaboratively with fabrication and warehouse teams
- Assist with staging, labeling, and preparation for storage or distribution
- Support end-of-shift cleaning and sanitation procedures
- Entry-level applicants welcome; previous vacuum packaging or meat processing experience preferred
- Ability to work in wet, refrigerated environments (35 40 F)
- Comfortable with repetitive motions and standing for extended periods
- Ability to lift 40 60 lbs
- Strong attention to detail, speed, and teamwork
- Union representation
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Employee discount
