Production & Manufacturing · Cut, trim, or prepare consumer-sized portions of meat for use or sale in retail establishments.
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Entry Salary
$21–25k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$37–44k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
-4.3% · Declining
Growth rate estimated from Production & Manufacturing cluster average (2024-2034 BLS projections).
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Cutters
Butchers and Meat Cutters
Experienced Butchers and Meat Cutters
Senior Butchers and Meat Cutters
Director of Production & Manufacturing
You prioritize Relationships
This career is strongly aligned with Relationships — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Active Listening
Active Listening is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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