J M Meat Processing

JM Meat Processing is a deer and livestock processor located in McDermott, Ohio, servicing hunters from Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia. The business also processes beef, pork, and other livestock for local farmers and families. JM Meat Processing is a state-inspected custom butcher shop that maintains high standards for cleanliness and efficiency.

The family-owned business was established in 2012 by Jerry Montavon, a seasoned butcher with a lifetime of experience working alongside his family. Jerry and his wife Estivaun, a retired postal worker, run the business as a true family operation from their farm. Their son Doug also contributes to the business. Jerry brought decades of butchering experience to the operation after retiring as a federal prison guard in Ashland, Kentucky.

JM Meat Processing operates a 24/7 deer drop-off cooler for hunter convenience. The business does not provide gutting services, so hunters must ensure their deer is gutted before dropping it off. They sign and tag deer the day they are dropped off, or the next morning if it's a late-night drop-off. The business does not accept frozen deer.

To get current information, hunters should contact JM Meat Processing directly at 740-259-3030 to confirm drop-off procedures, processing timelines, or any special requirements. Business hours may be extended depending on deer load. Businesses may have changed their policies since we listed their information, and we are not responsible for inaccurate information.

Drop-Off and Processing

The 24/7 drop-off cooler provides hunters with flexible options for bringing in their deer. Deer must be field-dressed before drop-off, as the facility does not offer gutting services. The business provides 24-hour refrigerated cape storage (not frozen). Taxidermists should pick up capes as soon as possible, and JM Meat Processing does not assume responsibility for cape storage beyond providing hunters notice when capes are ready.

Turnaround time during peak gun season is less than 10 days. Generally, deer are ready within a couple days to a few days. After-hours drop-off and pick-ups are available by appointment only during regular business hours.

Processing Services

Standard processing includes tenderloins (whole, cut, or butterflied), steaks, rounds/hinds (back legs) prepared as roast, steaks, or burger, and ground venison. Cape removal services are available, though capes must be picked up within 24 hours or they will be removed from the cooler and discarded.

They offer specialty products including deer sausage made in precise increments to ensure consistency and guarantee hunters receive their own meat back. Summer sausage flavors include Tex-Mex (spicy), Cajun (spicy), Salami, Pepperoni, Summer Sausage, and German Bologna. Cheese options include cheddar or hot pepper jack. Jalapeno chips can be added to any flavor. German bologna is also available as a deer sausage option. Deer burger jerky is offered in pepper, BBQ, and Cajun flavors.

Customer Reviews

Hunters praise the fast turnaround times and friendly service. The summer sausage receives particular acclaim for its quality and flavor. Multiple customers note the business provided quick processing even during busy periods like gun week. Reviewers describe the staff as friendly and helpful, with one hunter noting they were able to drop off a deer after their usual processor was full and were impressed enough to return. The facility has been used by hunters for years who report consistent satisfaction with the quality of work. Prices are described as reasonable, and the staff is noted for being great to deal with during the entire process.

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