Journeyman Meat Cutter at Heinens Inc – Warrensville Heights, Ohio

Company Overview:

Founded in 1929, Heinen’s is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. Thriving under the third generation of proven family leadership, Heinen’s operates 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office. Culturally, we place a heavy emphasis on quality of life for every associate within the organization. We offer this through a competitive compensation package, professional development and leadership opportunities, paid time off, and balanced work schedules.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Meat Cutter/Butcher to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for processing high-quality cuts of meat to supply our 23 retail stores. The ideal candidate will have experience in breaking down sub-primal beef, pork, and poultry into various cuts while adhering to strict food safety, sanitation, and refrigeration guidelines. This position requires precision, efficiency, and a strong understanding of meat quality, cuts, and preparation techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Process sub-primal beef, pork, and poultry according to cut sheets and verbal instructions.
• Maintain strict separation of different meat species to ensure product integrity.
• Develop expertise in meat cuts and maximize yield through proper cutting techniques.
• Safely operate meat processing equipment, including saws, slicers, grinders, and knives.
• Assist in packaging and labeling meat products as needed.
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure meat meets company standards.
• Plan and manage workflow to optimize production efficiency.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols, including Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience or formal training in meat cutting is strongly preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques.
• Basic math skills for accurate measurement and portioning.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Commitment to personal hygiene and workplace cleanliness.

If you have a passion for precision and quality in meat processing, we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

Heinen’s, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.