Consumer Safety Inspector

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE; North Augusta (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Consumer Safety Inspector to ensure food safety compliance. This vital role involves executing inspections, verifying sanitation protocols, and documenting compliance issues. The inspector will work in dynamic environments, collaborating with plant managers to uphold regulatory standards. With a focus on public health, this position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about food safety and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Referral Bonus Awards

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and inspection methods.
• Experience in quality control and sanitation in food production.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations through inspections.
• Document non-compliance and initiate enforcement actions.
• Communicate legal requirements to plant managers.

Skills

Knowledge of regulated food commodities

Inspection methods

Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP)

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)

Communication skills

Education

Experience as a food inspector

Public health inspector experience

Job description

Job Benefits and Additional Information

$5,000 Sign on Bonus, Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and Referral Bonus Awards are available. Click Learn more about this agency below.

Shifts and species will vary based on assignment.

For additional information call Sharon Barbry at 919-326-5278 or [e-mail].

Employee may be detailed to any shift at any plant in the Raleigh District.

Duties

1. Ensure that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted.
2. Verify that meat and poultry slaughter and/or processing establishment's Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans meet regulatory requirements.
3. Verify execution of SSOP and HACCP Plans effectively to prevent unsanitary conditions and adulteration of product.
4. Review records, observe plant operations and conduct verification to ensure compliance, and document non-compliance.
5. Determine when regulatory control action is necessary and assess corrective or preventative actions.
6. Conduct oversight activities relating to consumer protections like economic adulteration and misbranding.
7. Communicate with plant managers and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements.
8. Discuss non-compliance issues and plans for addressing them.
9. Work with individuals to resolve problems and clarify interpretations concerning HACCP and other food safety requirements.
10. Advise other inspectors and supervisors on inspection and enforcement matters.
11. Conduct sampling, surveys, and tests on potential problem areas or industry trends.
12. Perform health and safety verification sampling for microbes, residues, or contaminants.
13. Ensure products for import comply with federal regulations and authorize entry or refuse entry as appropriate.
14. Coordinate with other federal agencies on animal health restrictions and refused entry lots.

Requirements

• Training as a condition of employment (TCOE) required, to be completed within 12 months.
• Satisfactory adjudication of background check.
• Subject to probationary or trial period.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Successful pre-employment medical exam.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification for Selective Service.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Verification through DHS E-VERIFY system.
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) if selected.
• False statements can lead to disciplinary action.
• Direct Deposit is required.
• Proficiency in English communication skills.
• This is a Bargaining Unit position covered by the NJC of Food Inspection Locals.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications by the closing date, including experience and education.

Specialized experience: Knowledge of properties and characteristics of regulated food commodities, acquired in roles such as food inspector, public health inspector, or related positions involving sampling, quality control, and sanitation.

Specific grade level experience requirements are detailed for GS-05, GS-07, GS-08, and GS-09 levels, involving progressively independent and complex duties.

Volunteer work and unpaid experience are credited if relevant.

For more details, see OPM's Qualifications Standards for the Consumer Safety Inspector Series, GS-1862.

Note: Duties are performed in hazardous environments. Not all requirements are listed and not meeting a requirement is automatically disqualifying.

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