Consumer Safety Inspector

USDA-FSIS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Creditable service for annual leave accrual

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Accelerated promotion opportunities

$1,000 employee referral bonus

Job summary

USDA-FSIS in New York seeks a Consumer Safety Inspector to ensure compliance with federal inspection acts on meat and poultry products. The role involves inspecting products, applying safety principles, and conducting statistical analysis.

Qualified candidates require specialized experience in a regulated food environment, with opportunities for accelerated promotions and benefits including a $5,000 sign-on bonus and public service loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

• At least 52 weeks of hands-on work in a regulated food environment.
• Experience with federal meat and poultry inspection (GS-08 and GS-09 levels).
• Familiarity with HACCP, SSOP, and statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Inspect meat, poultry, and processed egg products.
• Apply HACCP and SSOP principles.
• Perform sampling, testing, and statistical analysis.
• Document findings and communicate results.
• Maintain contacts regarding food safety standards.

Skills

Inspection in regulated food environments

Knowledge of HACCP and SSOP

Statistical analysis skills

Job description

Summary

We offer a $5,000 sign‑on bonus, creditable service for annual leave accrual, a public service loan forgiveness program, an accelerated promotion program (available at select locations), and an employee referral bonus. Shifts and assignments may vary. Employees can be assigned to any shift at any plant within the Chicago District.

Responsibilities

As a Consumer Safety Inspector, you will:

• Inspect meat, poultry, and processed egg products in compliance with the Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts.
• Apply HACCP and SSOP principles to verify plant safety responsibilities.
• Perform sampling, testing, and statistical analysis to ensure product conformance.
• Document findings and communicate results through written reports and oral presentations.
• Maintain effective contacts with internal and external stakeholders regarding food safety standards.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Specialized experience equivalent to GS‑05 level: at least 52 weeks of hands‑on work in a regulated food environment (e.g., consumer safety inspector, food inspector, or similar role).
• For GS‑07 level: one year of specialized experience (equivalent to GS‑05) with independent routine duties.
• For GS‑08 level: one year of specialized experience (equivalent to GS‑07) with familiarity in federal meat and poultry inspection, HACCP, SSOP, and basic statistical methods.
• For GS‑09 level: one year of specialized experience (equivalent to GS‑08) with additional independent responsibilities such as export refusal recommendations and temporary coverage.
• Experience may include paid or volunteer work, including National Service programs.

Benefits

Eligible applicants may receive:

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus (new appointments only).
• Creditable service for annual leave accrual.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Accelerated promotion opportunities at select locations.
• $1,000 employee referral bonus for successful hires.