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Feeds machine that skins pork pieces, such as fatbacks, jowls, hams, and bacon, preparatory to curing: Turns crank to raise or lower knife according to thickness of meat. Places unskinned piece on conveyor that moves it under machine knife that skins meat. Trims remaining skin fragments with knife. May skin pork by hand, using drawknife.

Personality Traits


Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.

Salary and Education


How much does a Skinning Machine Feeder make?

Nationally: $18,000 – $40,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor


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