CHICAGO, ILPosted 23 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Chicago Meat Authority

• Job overview

  The Band Saw Operator role at Chicago Meat Authority involves operating band saw machines to cut meat according to specifications, contributing to efficient meat processing operations.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The operator will safely use band saw machines to cut meat while maintaining yield, throughput, and quality, make cost-effective cutting decisions, follow production supervisor instructions, and adhere to company policies and safety regulations.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have band saw experience, ability to work overtime including Saturdays, physical capability to lift and push up to 50 pounds, and work in cold environments; meat processing or refrigerated manufacturing experience is preferred.

• Work environment and culture

  Chicago Meat Authority values strong attention to detail, excellent communication, dependability, and adherence to safety and manufacturing practices in a cold, humid work environment.

• Company information

  Chicago Meat Authority is a 32-year-old food industry company located in Chicago's Stockyards, specializing in value-added beef, pork, and poultry products for healthcare, hotel, institutional markets, and large retail chains.

• Job location and travel

  The job is located at Chicago Meat Authority's meat processing facility in Chicago's historic Stockyards, requiring work in a cold environment.

• Unique job features

  The role requires working with cold materials in a refrigerated environment and emphasizes safety and quality in meat cutting operations.

Company overview

Chicago Meat Authority is a specialized meat processing and distribution company based in Chicago, Illinois, serving foodservice, retail, and manufacturing clients across the United States. The company focuses on custom-cut beef, pork, and veal products, offering both commodity and value-added solutions tailored to customer specifications. Founded in 1990, Chicago Meat Authority has built its reputation on quality, consistency, and responsive customer service, operating out of a state-of-the-art USDA-inspected facility. Revenue is generated through the sale of fresh and frozen meat products to a diverse client base, including restaurants, food manufacturers, and institutional buyers. Candidates should note the company’s emphasis on food safety, innovation, and its role as a trusted supplier in the highly competitive protein industry.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight your experience operating band saw machines safely and efficiently, emphasizing your ability to maintain quality and yield standards in a meat processing environment.

• Showcase your physical capabilities such as lifting and pushing up to 50 pounds, ability to work in cold, humid conditions, and your adherence to safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Apply through multiple platforms including Chicago Meat Authority's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect with current employees or supervisors in the production or operations division at Chicago Meat Authority on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting the company’s 32 years of industry leadership or asking about their approach to safety and quality in meat processing.

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