Agriculture Animal Industry- Meat Inspector 1 OR 2 (Gilmer County)
About The Position
The Georgia Department of Agriculture is hiring a Meat Inspector 1 or 2 assigned to Gilmer and Gordon counties. The selected applicant must live in one of these counties or the surrounding area, or be willing to relocate. Under direct supervision, the employee learns to inspect red meat, meat products, and processing facilities for compliance with legal standards, including antemortem and post-mortem inspections. The position requires access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation. Work in adjoining areas may be required as program needs dictate; travel outside the assigned area is expected to be less than 15% of total travel. The role is with the Georgia Department of Agriculture, whose mission is to protect consumers, promote agriculture locally and globally, and assist customers through education, technology, and a professional workforce. Continued employment is contingent on completing and passing required USDA Inspection Methods training and tests at the first available opportunity after hire. A candidate who does not pass the exam on the first attempt may, at the GMIS Director’s discretion, be eligible for one retest. The listed compensation is $43,080 for Meat Inspector 1 or $46,720 for Meat Inspector 2. Final candidates undergo background checks, and hiring is contingent on satisfactory employment verification, background and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in the area of assignment; alternatively, two years of college including 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life sciences.
- Access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation.
- Must reside in Gilmer County, Gordon County, or the surrounding area, or be willing to relocate.
- Must complete and pass required USDA Inspection Methods training and tests at the first available opportunity after hire.
- Satisfactory employment verification, background and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports are required for hiring.
Nice To Haves
- State or federal meat inspection or food inspection experience.
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Animal Science, Environmental Science, Biology, or a closely related field.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
- Learn to inspect red meat, meat products, and meat processing facilities for compliance with legal standards.
- Conduct antemortem and post-mortem inspections.
- Work in adjoining areas as program requirements dictate.
- Complete and pass required USDA Inspection Methods training and tests after hire.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
