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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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$38.1k

Annual median Salary

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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

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