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Meat Packers are responsible for preparing, processing, and packaging meat products in accordance with safety and quality standards. 

    • -1.835 AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Meat Packer?

Get qualified to work as a Meat Packer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Meat Packer careers

Meat Packers are responsible for preparing, processing, and packaging meat products in accordance with safety and quality standards. Their tasks typically include cutting, trimming, and boning meat, as well as operating machinery to pack and label the products for distribution.

They must follow strict hygiene protocols to ensure food safety and often work in cold environments such as refrigeration rooms or processing plants. Attention to detail and physical stamina are important for handling heavy machinery and standing for long periods.

Meat Packers play a crucial role in maintaining the supply chain within the meat industry, working closely with other production staff to meet production targets.