Hiring for Culture and Growth

Carnivore Meat Company is the nation’s leading private-label provider of premium-quality, raw frozen and freeze-dried pet food and treats. The Green Bay-based, privately-held company manufactures products under the Vital Essentials and Vital Cat brands and also provides private label products for some of the largest pet brands in the world. Carnivore’s mission is to provide dogs and cats (and other carnivorous pets) the opportunity to lead long, vibrant, healthy lives, with premium raw foods that are sourced, made and packaged in the USA.

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Join the fastest growing raw pet food company in the world!

We always accept applications for the following areas:

  • Machine Operator
  • Warehouse
  • Packaging
  • Sanitation
  • Team Leads

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Drop off at:
2878 Ontario Road, Green Bay, WI 54311

Mail: P.O. Box 9227, Green Bay, WI 54308

Email: hr@carnivoremeat.com

Current Job Openings

Regional Merchandiser - Dallas, TX | Dallas, TX

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ID: 3449210
Job Type:
Posted Date: July 28, 2025
Salary:

Job Description

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Full-Time Regular

FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt

Reports To: Director Strategic Accounts

Travel Requirements: 90%

Work Location: Remote


Role Summary:

A detail-oriented, and pet-passionate Regional Merchandiser to oversee and optimize visual merchandising, product placement, and promotional execution across a portfolio of pet stores in the assigned region. This individual will work closely with store managers, store associates, and sales teams to ensure consistent brand presentation and superior customer shopping experience that drives sales and customer loyalty.


Role Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

  • Merchandising Execution: Implement planograms, seasonal displays, signage, and promotional setups across retail locations in accordance with corporate guidelines.
  • Inventory & Product Placement: Ensure optimal stock levels, product rotation, and strategic product placement to maximize sell-through and reduce shrinkage.
  • Store Visits & Audits: Conduct regular store visits to assess compliance, identify opportunities, and provide feedback and training to store staff.
  • Training & Support: Train in-store teams in merchandising standards, new product features, and brand messaging.
  • Market Insights: Monitor competitor activity and regional trends; provide actionable insights into marketing and product teams.
  • Promotional Execution: Coordinate and oversee local or national promotions, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
  • Reporting: Maintain detailed records of store visits, inventory levels, promotional performance, and merchandising effectiveness. Submit regular reports to management.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • Post-Secondary Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or Related Field (Required)
  • 1+ Years of Experience Related Field in Retail or Sales (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities:

A successful Regional Merchandiser will:

  • Have a basic understanding of retail operations, planogram compliance, and customer engagement strategies.
  • Be an excellent communicator with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Work independently and manage time efficiently.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with retail merchandising software is a plus..
  • Have a passion for pets and pet products is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands must be met with or without accommodation for an employee to be successful in performing the essential job functions of this role. These positions will be actively setting up Vital Essential products, POS, and displays. The role will require frequent standing, walking, kneeling, and moving for extended periods of time. The role requires the ability to lift, carry, and move products and displays up to 50 lbs. The position will require interactions in a retail environment with noise disruptions. Must be able to effectively use standard technology such as phones, computers, cameras, etc. Travel will be required with frequent driving for extended periods of time.


Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, marital status, disability or any other protected category for hiring, promoting, and all other employment practices.


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Regional Merchandiser - Columbus, OH | Columbus, OH

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ID: 3438813
Job Type:
Posted Date: July 28, 2025
Salary:

Job Description

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Full-Time Regular

FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt

Reports To: Director Strategic Accounts

Travel Requirements: 90%

Work Location: Remote


Role Summary:

A detail-oriented, and pet-passionate Regional Merchandiser to oversee and optimize visual merchandising, product placement, and promotional execution across a portfolio of pet stores in the assigned region. This individual will work closely with store managers, store associates, and sales teams to ensure consistent brand presentation and superior customer shopping experience that drives sales and customer loyalty.


Role Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

  • Merchandising Execution: Implement planograms, seasonal displays, signage, and promotional setups across retail locations in accordance with corporate guidelines.
  • Inventory & Product Placement: Ensure optimal stock levels, product rotation, and strategic product placement to maximize sell-through and reduce shrinkage.
  • Store Visits & Audits: Conduct regular store visits to assess compliance, identify opportunities, and provide feedback and training to store staff.
  • Training & Support: Train in-store teams in merchandising standards, new product features, and brand messaging.
  • Market Insights: Monitor competitor activity and regional trends; provide actionable insights into marketing and product teams.
  • Promotional Execution: Coordinate and oversee local or national promotions, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
  • Reporting: Maintain detailed records of store visits, inventory levels, promotional performance, and merchandising effectiveness. Submit regular reports to management.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • Post-Secondary Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or Related Field (Required)
  • 1+ Years of Experience Related Field in Retail or Sales (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities:

A successful Regional Merchandiser will: 

  • Have a basic understanding of retail operations, planogram compliance, and customer engagement strategies.
  • Be an excellent communicator with strong organizational and interpersonal skills 
  • Work independently and manage time efficiently. 
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with retail merchandising software is a plus..
  • Have a passion for pets and pet products is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands must be met with or without accommodation for an employee to be successful in performing the essential job functions of this role. These positions will be actively setting up Vital Essential products, POS, and displays. The role will require frequent standing, walking, kneeling, and moving for extended periods of time. The role requires the ability to lift, carry, and move products and displays up to 50 lbs. The position will require interactions in a retail environment with noise disruptions. Must be able to effectively use standard technology such as phones, computers, cameras, etc. Travel will be required with frequent driving for extended periods of time. 


  

Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, marital status, disability or any other protected category for hiring, promoting, and all other employment practices.


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Freeze Dry Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2399550
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: October 17, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Starting wage is $20/hr for QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
  • First shift work, 4-10's, no nights or weekends (unless production needs are high).
  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly growing, award-winning, privately-owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Nine paid holidays (including one floating holiday to use as you choose), company-paid events and MUCH more!!!


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Retrieve product carts that have been instructed to be retrieved by supervisor from freezer and bring them to computer station.
  • Load freeze dryers by pushing product carts up an incline into freeze dryers.
  • Pre-operation: ensure freeze dryers are in optimal working condition in order to prevent damaged product by following established standard operating procedure (SOP).
  • Unload carts of pet food products by pulling product carts down a decline.
  • Verify product cart weight and record amount on production paperwork.
  • Inspect product for correct dryness and deposit product into shipping containers.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.
  • Assist in other departments as needed.


HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations - this includes being punctual and having good attendance.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance system (FSQA) to leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 5,000 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement are required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. 


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.


Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely push and pull wheeled carts weighing between 400-500 pounds up an incline. 
  • Able to safely lift up to 60 pounds frequently and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions, have attention-to-detail, and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, meat-processing environment.


Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, and employee discounts on pet food and treats


Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Packaging Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2165711
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: May 23, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly growing, award-winning, privately-owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Paid holidays, company-paid events and MUCH more!!!


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Package pet food into bags, boxes, and other packaging containers.
  • Measure, weigh, or otherwise count pet food products into appropriate amounts to adhere to packaging requirements and specifications.
  • Place labels or other identifying signage on bags, boxes or other packaging containers.
  • Lift boxes and place on pallets.
  • Scan with a handheld scanner, wrap and label pallets and utilize a pallet jack to move pallets.
  • Fill out production paperwork.
  • Report issues with regards to the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) to your direct supervisor, the Director of Quality Assurance or executive leadership team and adhere to the requirements of the FSMS.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.


HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 5,000 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. Carnivore Meat Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, meat-packaging environment.

Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, and employee discounts on pet food and treats

Carnivore Meat Company is an equal opportunity employer.

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Cold Processing Production Associate | Green Bay WI

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ID: 2145639
Job Type: Full-time
Posted Date: May 13, 2024
Salary:

Job Description

IMAGINE THIS:

  • Starting wage is $18/hr for QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
  • Three shift options available:
  • First shift work, no nights or weekends (unless production needs are high).
  • Second shift work: Monday-Thursday 4pm-2:30am, includes shift premium!
  • Weekend shift: Friday, Saturday & Sunday - work 36 hours, get paid for 40!!!
  • Utilizing your gifts and talents to helping pets all across the world lead longer, happier, healthier lives.
  • Limitless growth, development and advancement opportunities. 
  • A rapidly growing, privately owned business that cares about you and your success. 
  • Paid holidays, company-paid events and MUCH more!!!


ROLE ACCOUNTABILITY:

  • Measure, weigh or otherwise count pet food products into appropriate amounts to adhere to requirements and specifications.
  • Place meat/fish pet products on trays.
  • Lift trays and slide onto the cart.
  • Place labels or other identifying signage on carts.  
  • Fill out production paperwork.
  • Report issues with regards to the food safety/quality assurance (FSQA) to Leadership and adhere to the requirements of the FSQA standards.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Perform all task requests, regardless of job level.


HERE’S THE PROFILE OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • You have a balanced work and personal life, ensuring all areas are strong and healthy.
  • You drive yourself harder than anyone else ever would or could.
  • You manage your time better than any other and ALWAYS exceed expectations.
  • You naturally appreciate how your role impacts the totality of the operation’s success.
  • You are a pet owner and/or pet lover and you openly exhibit your passion for pets and pet health.


SUCCESS FACTOR SNAPSHOT:

First 30 days: 

  • Successfully onboard and develop an understanding of our organization, mission, team, products and role expectations.
  • Learn Carnivore Culture.

First 60 days:  

  • Successfully pass annual testing for blood borne pathogens and lockout/tag-out.

First 90 days:  

  • Complete department-specific training and other business-related applications by learning SOPs associated with your area of responsibility.
  • Exhibit Carnivore Culture behaviors.

First 6 months:

  • Follow SOPs for your equipment or process without supervision

First 9 months:

  • Learn set-up for your area under supervision.

First 12 months:

  • Perform set-ups for your area without supervision and pass annual retests.

Ongoing:

  • Champion and mentor others in Carnivore Culture behaviors.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals.

Stretch Goals – We believe in career advancement!

  • Train others to do set-up for your area.
  • Learn SOPs for second machine or process.
  • Consistently meet or exceed production goals for second machine or process.
  • Learn how to do set-up for second machine or process under supervision.
  • Perform set-ups for multiple machines or processes without supervision and pass annual retests.
  • Train others how to do set-ups for multiple machines and processes.
  • Become a specialist and/or technical expert in your area of responsibility!


WELCOME TO OUR WORLD!

With arms wide open, we invite you to get to know us, see what makes us tick and how we roll at Carnivore. These shared ideals, beliefs and practices are what defines us and how the world sees us. Carnivore may not be for everyone…and that’s ok. No fine print. No misleading ads. There’s no mistaking who we are or confusing us for anyone else. We trust that you’ll appreciate that. Here’s what it takes to be one of us:

 

  • Doing whatever is necessary to ensure that any potential customer anywhere in the world, who wants us or needs us, will invariably choose us.
  • Communicating clearly, directly, candidly, and timely with all others inside and outside of the organization.
  • Pioneering and constantly innovating to find ways to say “YES” and make the impossible…possible.
  • Contributing in objectively measurable ways to the success of others in the organization.
  • Fearless decision making…empowering everyone with an opportunity to lead in any given circumstance.
  • Creating a business that will at all times and under any circumstances be strategically profitable.
  • Generating market intelligence that provides us an unassailable competitive advantage.    
  • Losing no customers under my watch.
  • Contributing to every customer’s success in objectively measurable ways.
  • Unrelenting support and re-enforcement of our Culture, Mission, and Strategic Initiatives.
  • Doing ALL things in life with intention and purpose.


ABOUT US:

Carnivore Meat Company is a rapidly growing, award winning raw pet food company located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Most recently, we have been recognized for our accomplishments in growth and manufacturing excellence and were recipients of the following: Greater Green Bay Chamber Growth Award, State Manufacturer of the Year Award, Governor’s Export Achievement Award, the Greater Green Bay Chamber Manufacturing Award of Distinction, and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company.


We manufacture, sell, and market the most delicious, nutritious and innovative pet foods and treats in the world, serving over 7,200 pet supply stores nationwide and 14 international markets around the world. We believe that every dog and cat deserve the finest food available to them. Therefore, we will leverage our God-given talents, passion and resources to do whatever is necessary to ensure that any pet parent, who wants or needs us, will have a convenient and effective mechanism to access and procure our “World Class” pet food and pet treats. We are in continuous pursuit of extraordinary, passionate and innovative people who will help us make good on this promise! LONG LIVE PETS!

Job Requirements

OTHER:

Pre-employment drug screen and confidentiality agreement required. Position based in Green Bay, WI. No relocation assistance available. 


Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience & Abilities:

  • No experience preferred.
  • Able to safely lift up to 60 pounds frequently and stand for entire shift.
  • Able to safely walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, turn, stretch, reach, etc.
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team environment.
  • Basic math skills and the ability to count accurately.
  • Must feel "at home" in a multi-cultural, refrigerated, meat-processing environment.

Benefits:

  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 4% 401k match, medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and pet insurance, 100% company-paid life insurance, 9 paid holidays, tuition and wellness reimbursement, and employee discounts on pet food and treats

Carnivore Meat Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now