Meat Processing Supervisor (Meat Department Managers Encouraged to Apply)

Have you managed a meat department and are you ready for the next step? North Star Quality Meats (NSQM) - the meat production facility supplying Alaska Commercial Company (AC) stores across rural Alaska - is looking for a Meat Processing Supervisor to lead daily operations in our Anchorage Meat Cutting Room and warehouse.

This is a bigger scope than a single department: you'll help run a full-scale production operation that keeps meat on the shelves in communities across the state, with hands-on focus on food safety, production efficiency, team development, and customer service to our stores.

Joining ACC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive pay and benefits package, and the chance to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.

ACC is a subsidiary of The North West Company International (NWCI), a leading retailer serving under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets across Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Check out www.alaskacommercial.com for more information.

Your Responsibilities:

Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full USDA and HACCP compliance; enforce food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and date control standards at all times
• Oversee correct receiving procedures including inspection, dating, cleaning, temperature control, and storage of all products
• Ensure product is priced and packaged to company standards, including correct Cryovac pouches and labels
• Maintain warehouse floor, equipment, and work/stock areas to meet or exceed company standards for safety and cleanliness
• Ensure all equipment is calibrated and in proper working order

Production & Inventory

• Lead and supervise daily meat processing and production operations in the Meat Cutting Room and warehouse
• Manage the meat production schedule to maximize sales and profitability through effective pack selection, cut meats, and primals
• Monitor and control inventory levels; rotate product, schedule production, and minimize over/under stocks to maximize in-stocks and drive sales
• Protect company assets by controlling inventories and shrink; monitor gross profit and maintain required USDA records and 3-year databases

Team Leadership

• Train, coach, and develop meat plant staff on proper handling, preparation, and safety procedures
• Provide leadership to the plant team and support to the Plant Manager; participate as a key member of the management team

Customer Service

• Deliver excellent customer service to stores and handle inquiries, special orders, and complaints effectively

Skills and Qualification:

• Strong meat cutting experience in a retail or wholesale meat environment - this is essential
• 2+ years leading a meat department, meat counter, or processing team
• Solid knowledge of HACCP, USDA compliance, food safety, and meat department operating principles
• Proven ability to safely operate knives, meat saws, and other meat department tools
• Strong inventory management and production scheduling skills
• Customer-driven mindset with a track record of delivering sales and bottom-line results
• Computer proficiency in Excel and Outlook
• Strong communication skills; ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Analytical skills and ability to handle confidential business information

Working Conditions:

• Cold/refrigerated and freezer environment - must be comfortable working in extreme temperature conditions
• Frequent lifting of 50+ pounds
• Extended periods of standing; requires full use of hands, arms, and body mechanics
• Occasional extended hours as needed

Location: Anchorage, AK

Reports to: Plant Manager | NSQM

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

• Acting with Integrity • Fostering excellence • Respecting Others • Working Collaboratively • Being Accountable

The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.

You may include your resume and cover letter together as a single document. A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.