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Meat Cutter / Packer

National Star Services
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/13/2026

National Star Services, a 28-year-old facility management company providing services nationwide, is currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Protein Processing Specialist to join our team at a client facility in Chicago, IL 60608.

 

Important: This position requires working in a cold environment and performing physical, hands-on processing duties. Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.

 

Employment Type: Full-Time Temp-to-Hire

 

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Performing daily protein processing, which may include knife and saw work.
  • Following specific customer requirements for cuts, portions, and packaging.
  • Carefully picking, checking, and preparing customer orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintaining accurate and adequate inventory levels.
  • Paying close attention to detail to ensure products meet quality and customer specifications.
  • Operating processing equipment safely and properly.
  • Cleaning and maintaining processing equipment on a daily basis.
  • Following all workplace safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures.
  • Performing other warehouse and processing duties as assigned.

 

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

1st Shift:  6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Overtime: Available

 

Pay Rate:

$20.00 per hour.  (Biweekly Pay)

 

Requirements

  • Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is required to effectively communicate.
  • Must be authorized to lawfully work in the US.
  • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work.
  • Must be willing to undergo a Background Check.
  • Must be available to start working as soon as possible.
  • Must have a strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
  • Desire to learn, grow, and become part of a thriving team.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. continuously throughout the workday.
  • Must be able to remain standing and active for extended periods of time.
  • Must be comfortable working in a cold-temperature environment ranging from 0°F to 40°F.
  • Must be comfortable working with knives and/or saws as required for protein processing.
  • Previous food processing, meat processing, warehouse, or similar experience is a plus.

 

Depending on the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and most closely match the position requirements will be contacted for an interview.

Salary : $20

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