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Butcher – Retail or Wholesale (NOC 63201) – Permanent, Full-Time

Posted:

Jan 6, 2026

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Job Title:

Butcher – Retail or Wholesale (NOC 63201)

Company:

Cargill Ltd. - Guelph, ON

Company Description:

Cargill is building a new vision; to support the vision, we are looking for talented, reliable, and hard-working individuals – people who want to make Cargill their career choice - to join our Production team at our Guelph-Dunlop- Beef Processing facility.

• To know more about our company please visit: https://www.cargill.ca/en/meat-processing

• Come and be a part of our dynamic team! Cargill was name one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2020. We currently have openings for permanent full-time experienced Meat Cutters/Butchers to join our Fabrication area. There are 25 vacancies and the start date would be as soon as possible.
• Applicants with less than 3 years of experience will be assigned entry level jobs and receive on-site Cargill specific knife skill and butchery training.

Number of Positions:

25

Job Type:

Full Time

Close to Public Transit:

No

Start Date:

ASAP

Days:

The work shift is 6:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed to fulfill production demands. Overtime is at time and a half.

Hours:

40.00 Hours / Week

Compensation:

Wage Range is $22.50 - $30.70 / hour as per the collective agreement Starting rate for experienced Meat Cutter (3+ years of experience) is $24.20 / hour Starting rate for entry level (less than 3 years of experience) is $22.50 / hour

Duties:

Work in a fully integrated beef production facility, performing precision meat cutting functions involving:

• Working in a time sensitive process deboning, trimming and preparing standard / specialized cuts of meats using knives;
• Cutting, trimming, and preparing precise products in accordance with client specifications
• Working with specialized knives and equipment in accordance with workplace health and safety requirement as well as safe food handling practices
• Maintaining equipment to ensure it is sharp and in good condition according to company standards;
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and personal cleanliness;
• Training for entry level employees; and supervising other butchers/meat cutters
• Performing other duties as required consistent with the occupation

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Performing repetitive tasks
• Fast paced environment
• Physical Effort: This is a physically demanding position and will require continuous standing for extended periods of time, as well as some heavy lifting. Knife work involves regular repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, shoulders.
• Physical Environment: Regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise.
• Sensory Attention: Regular need to give close attention- either hearing or seeing to surroundings.

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY EXPERIENCE

• Manual cutting utensil, Band saw

Skills:

• High School education
• 3-5 years butcher/knife experience required (Experience in detailed meat cutting for further added value)
• Previous experience in meat processing and packing environment using manual cutting utensils and band saws.
• Certificate of Meat Cutting Program (preferred)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work under cold conditions
• Commitment to safety and food quality processes
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods of time
• Attention to detail and work well with others
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and develop
• Critical thinking, have significant use of memory and continuous learning
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and decision-making skills
• Reliability/ Dependability
• Basic English communication skills

How to Apply:

Cargill is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.

Apply directly by following the link: https://careers.cargill.com/job/guelph/skilled-production-meat-cutter-noc-6331-full-time/23251/30206004864

Notes:

• Benefits: As per the collective agreement, Disability benefits, Medical benefits, Dental benefits, Vision, Pension plan benefits.
• Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-Time
• Career Level: Experienced
• Work Setting: Meat processing and packing plant
• Work Site Environment: Odors, Cold/Refrigerated
• Security & Safety: Basic security clearance

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