OVERVIEW
An examination of the Meat Packing Plants industry's compensation data. This data is backed by ERI's extensive research using industry salary survey data.
Meat Packing Plants Industry's average salary is equal to the US average
Description
Meat Packing Plants
Establishments primarily engaged in the slaughtering of cattle, hogs, sheep, lambs, and calves for meat, either for their own account or on a contract basis for the trade. These establishments may also process the meat on-site for canning, cooking, curing, freezing, and the production of sausages, lard, and other products. Additionally, this industry includes establishments that slaughter horses for human consumption. Sample business functions include bacon (slab and sliced), beef, blood meal, boxed beef, canned meats (except baby foods and animal feeds), corned beef, cured meats, dried meats, frankfurters (except poultry), and hams (except poultry).
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