Meat processor vs meat clerk

The differences between meat processors and meat clerks can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a meat clerk has an average salary of $31,494, which is higher than the $27,794 average annual salary of a meat processor.

The top three skills for a meat processor include food safety, customer service and safety standards. The most important skills for a meat clerk are grinders, basic math, and math.

Meat processor vs meat clerk overview

	Meat Processor	Meat Clerk
Yearly salary	$27,794	$31,494
Hourly rate	$13.36	$15.14
Growth rate	-3%	-3%
Number of jobs	13,889	73,741
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 49%	High School Diploma, 48%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	-	4

Meat processor vs meat clerk salary

Meat processors and meat clerks have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Meat Processor	Meat Clerk
Average salary	$27,794	$31,494
Salary range	Between $17,000 And $43,000	Between $24,000 And $39,000
Highest paying City	Janesville, WI	Danvers, MA
Highest paying state	West Virginia	Washington
Best paying company	Tyson Foods	Conagra Brands
Best paying industry	Finance	Retail

Differences between meat processor and meat clerk education

There are a few differences between a meat processor and a meat clerk in terms of educational background:

	Meat Processor	Meat Clerk
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 49%	High School Diploma, 48%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Meat processor vs meat clerk demographics

Here are the differences between meat processors' and meat clerks' demographics:

	Meat Processor	Meat Clerk
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 74.9% Female, 25.1%	Male, 81.4% Female, 18.6%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 8.4% Unknown, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino, 15.5% Asian, 6.6% White, 64.4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%	Black or African American, 7.2% Unknown, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino, 18.6% Asian, 6.4% White, 63.1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
LGBT Percentage	3%	3%

Differences between meat processor and meat clerk duties and responsibilities

Meat processor example responsibilities.

Manage the project schedule and design the PowerPoint presentation.
Follow all USDA rules and regulations for meat processing.
Prepare and inspect production rooms for cleanliness to meet USDA approval.
Trim and slice beef and pork product using butcher knives and commercial meat slicers.
Ensure all areas are maintained and a sanitary condition to eliminate potential food borne diseases per OSHA mandate guidelines.
Work directly with mortgage lenders and foreclosure attorneys to negotiate timely and cost effective repayment plans or modifications for delinquent loans.

Meat clerk example responsibilities.

Placed/Fil orders, maintain inventory, and manage department cleanliness.
Man a cash register, handling customer groceries in a timely and organize fashion while providing quality customer service.
Clean meat slicers and mop floors, as well rotate and stock product in coolers.
Well organize, detail orientate, good with math, love interacting with customers, and strong time management skills.
Use all equipment in meat department such as the refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
Count inventory for ordering and rotation purposes and comparatively set prices of seafood.

Meat processor vs meat clerk skills

Common meat processor skills

Food Safety, 16%
Customer Service, 12%
Safety Standards, 10%
Sales Floor, 8%
Assembly Line, 7%
Fresh Meat, 5%

Common meat clerk skills

Grinders, 15%
Basic Math, 9%
Math, 9%
Pallet Jack, 9%
Expiration Dates, 7%
Product Knowledge, 5%

Updated January 8, 2025

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