Agriculture Animal Industry -- Meat Inspector 1 (Clarke)
About The Position
The Georgia Department of Agriculture is hiring a Meat Inspector 1 to inspect red meat products and meat processing facilities for compliance with legal standards, including conducting antemortem and post-mortem inspections. The position is under direct supervision and assigned to Clarke and Hart counties. The selected applicant must live in one of these counties or the surrounding area, or be willing to relocate. The role requires access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation. Employees may work in adjoining areas as program needs dictate; travel outside the assigned area is expected to be less than 15% of total travel. As a condition of continued employment, the selected candidate must complete and pass required USDA Inspection Methods training and tests at the first available opportunity after hire. A candidate who fails the exam on the first attempt may be eligible for one additional retest at the GMIS Director’s discretion. Final candidates are subject to employment verification, background and criminal-record investigations, and motor vehicle reports.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in the area of assignment; or 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.
- Complete and pass required USDA Inspection Methods training and tests at the first available opportunity after hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in state or federal meat inspection or food inspection.
- 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
- Inspect red 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.
Benefits
- Robust benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
