What Meat Processing Technician Jobs are in the United States?

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Environmental Sanitation Technician to join their dynamic team at a state-of-the-art food processing facility in Boise, Idaho . This critical role ensures the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the plant, safeguarding product integrity and consumer safety. The Senior Technician will be responsible for executing complex sanitation programs, conducting regular audits, and providing technical guidance to sanitation staff. This position demands a thorough understanding of food safety regulations, including HACCP and GMP principles, and the ability to meticulously maintain a sanitary environment in a fast-paced production setting. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who is passionate about food safety and possesses strong problem-solving skills.

• Execute and manage comprehensive cleaning and sanitation procedures for all production and processing equipment, facility areas, and associated utilities.
• Conduct thorough environmental monitoring and hygiene audits to ensure compliance with all food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, SQF, etc.).
• Develop and refine Master Sanitation Schedules (MSS) and ensure their effective implementation.
• Train and mentor junior sanitation staff on proper cleaning techniques, chemical handling, and safety protocols.
• Manage the appropriate use, storage, and inventory of cleaning chemicals and sanitation supplies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve sanitation-related issues, working closely with production and maintenance teams.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all sanitation activities, including verification and validation documentation.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in sanitation technology and food safety regulations.
• Operate and maintain specialized cleaning equipment, ensuring it is in good working order.
• Ensure all sanitation activities comply with OSHA and other relevant regulatory requirements.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in sanitation within the food and beverage industry, with a focus on processing plant environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food safety principles, HACCP, GMP, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage sanitation programs.
• Experience in supervising or leading sanitation teams is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of chemical applications, safety data sheets (SDS), and proper handling procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Physical stamina to perform tasks requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED required; a degree or certification in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field is advantageous.

Our client offers a competitive salary, robust health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid vacation and holidays, and opportunities for career advancement. This role provides a chance to be at the forefront of food safety and quality assurance within a growing company.

Responsible for assisting the Supervisor with duties in the assigned production area while ensuring that job tasks, assignments, and rotations are followed. The Lead will also be responsible for performing a variety of production focused tasks to support the daily production goals.

• Follows direction of Production Supervisor to assign and instruct personnel of daily production duties.
• Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns.
• Provides accurate and timely feedback to supervisor regarding any issues or problems that may arise during daily production.
• Helps coordinate daily set-up of equipment to ensure the line is prepared to run on time.
• Complete required checks and measurements, record accurately.
• Assist in training and developing staff to ensure a quality product.
• Assist with new hire ergonomic evaluations and performance evaluations.
• Position is required to work before department start time in order to assist with area set-ups.
• Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.
• Flexible to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to use basic math and typing skills.
• Must be willing to work overtime and flexible shifts as required.

• Follows all safety, USDA, and GMP policies and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions & policies.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and possess good leadership skills.
• Must have working knowledge of all positions on the line.
• Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.
• Must be able to work in damp and cold environments for long periods of time.
• Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating processing equipment.
• This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work with raw and/or cooked meat.
• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Plant Engineering Director, Meat Processing

A food manufacturing facility specializing in pork products is hiring a Plant Engineering Director to lead maintenance and engineering operations at its Sioux Falls plant. This role owns equipment reliability, capital project execution, and maintenance strategy for a large-scale production environment, with direct oversight of the maintenance and engineering team.

Full-time. Additional hours and occasional weekend work may be required based on operational needs.

$160,000 to $210,000 base salary, plus annual bonus, commensurate with experience.

This role leads capital projects from concept through completion, managing scope, budget, and timeline while maintaining safety, food safety, and environmental compliance throughout. The Plant Engineering Director develops and executes maintenance strategy, including preventive and predictive maintenance and TPM programs, to maximize equipment uptime and reliability. This includes leading the maintenance team through task delegation, policy enforcement, and safety-focused planning, as well as troubleshooting daily operational issues and building longer-term fixes to reduce recurring downtime.

The role also owns maintenance KPIs, tracking metrics such as equipment reliability, supplier performance, and overall equipment effectiveness to guide continuous improvement across the plant. This position leads and develops the engineering team through coaching and performance management, working closely with HR to build a safety-focused, collaborative team culture.

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business, or a related field, and 10+ years of experience in engineering management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience also qualifies.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, including team development and management.
• Advanced technical skills in mechanical and electrical fields (PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical engineering).
• Experience leading resource planning in a large manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, preventive and predictive maintenance, and TPM.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

• Experience with pork products or within the meat processing industry.
• Strong organizational planning, analytical reasoning, and cross‑functional teamwork skills.

• $160,000 to $210,000 base salary plus annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.

To apply, submit your resume for consideration.

iLocatum is seeking a Plant Engineering Director for its meat processing facility in Sioux Falls. This leadership role oversees maintenance and engineering operations, ensuring equipment reliability and safety compliance. Responsibilities include managing capital projects, developing maintenance strategies, and leading a team committed to performance and safety.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business with over 10 years of experience in engineering management, strong technical skills, and experience in a large manufacturing environment.

The Richmond Group USA is seeking a Sales Representative for the PA to DC territory, focusing on meat processing and packaging equipment. The ideal candidate should have experience working with large accounts like Cargill and Tyson, as well as smaller independent processors.

This position offers a strong benefits package and a chance to work within a supportive sales and leadership team. Interested candidates can apply via the provided link or send their resume to