Slaughterers and Meat Packers   51-3023

Manufacturing

Description

Perform nonroutine or precision functions involving the preparation of large portions of meat. Work may include specialized slaughtering tasks, cutting standard or premium cuts of meat for marketing, making sausage, or wrapping meats. Work typically occurs in slaughtering, meat packing, or wholesale establishments.

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Occupation Details

 

Location

United States

Education Requirements

No formal educational credential

Growth Opportunity

4.30% growth rate
9,700 annual job openings

Wage Range

$17/hour 14.76 16.94 50th percentile 18.48

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

Short-term on-the-job training
(less than one month)

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