About
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.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$38.1k
Annual median Salary
Education
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
61%
High school diploma or equivalent
29%
Less than high school diploma
11%
Some college, no degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Boning Room Worker
Meat Packer
Meat Processor
Meat Wrapper