What does a Slaughterer earn?

On average, slaughterers in the U.S. earn around $32,010 per year. Slaughterers primarily prepare livestock for market either through slaughter, skinning, evisceration, and/or dismembering. They may also participate in inspections and quality control, loading, and/or cleaning activities. The job requires attention to detail and adherence to safety regulations.

How to earn more as a Slaughterer

To become a slaughterer, you will need to complete certain qualifications including a Portfolio of Slaughter and Cutting Skills. As a slaughterer, you could look to move into a specialised area such as meat inspection or food production. You could also become self-employed and set up your own business in the area. Alternatively, you could look to move into the management side of the industry and take responsibility for overseeing a team of slaughterers and processors.