# Meat Processing Worker

> National Star Services · Chicago, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-14

**Salary:** USD 41,000–46,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

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.
-   Two valid forms of ID (Photo ID & SSC)
-   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.**

## Apply

[Apply at National Star Services](https://apply.workable.com/national-star-services/j/8A40CDACAF/apply)

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