Feed & Fertilizer Inspector

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University seeks a Feed & Fertilizer Inspector for the Agrilife Research Department at the Feed & Fert Control Service in College Station, Texas. You will supervise and perform inspections to ensure compliance with the Texas Agriculture Code.

The role involves traveling to manufacturers and distributors, reviewing labeling, and preparing technical reports. A bachelor’s degree in an agriculture-related field is required, with opportunities to contribute to regulatory enforcement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or agribusiness is required.
• Strong communication and analytical skills are expected.
• Ability to develop investigation skills and pass FDA background checks.

Responsibilities

• Travel to inspect feed and fertilizer manufacturers, distributors, and consumers.
• Examine and review product labeling and documentation.
• Prepare inspection reports and presentations in a timely, legible fashion.
• Develop knowledge of industry operations and applicable regulations.
• Conduct investigations related to regulatory issues under supervision.
• Assist in compliance, enforcement and emergency response activities.
• Operate state vehicle and maintain safety procedures.
• Testify and give deposition for hearings when needed.
• Reside in specified counties for surveillance.

Skills

Verbal/written communication

Computer skills

Investigation skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

FDA background check eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in agriculture-related field or agribusiness

Job description

Job Title

Feed & Fertilizer Inspector Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Feed & Fert Control Service

Proposed Minimum Salary

$23.18 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Under supervision, works cooperatively with the feed and fertilizer industry to ensure compliance with requirements in the Texas Agriculture Code and Rules for the Texas Feed & Fertilizer Control Service.

Responsibilities

• Travel to and/or call on feed and fertilizer manufacturers, distributors, integrated operations and consumers to identify, inspect and sample products subject to the Texas Commercial Feed and Fertilizer Control Acts.
• Examine and review product labeling and documentation.
• Prepare, complete and submit technical communications such as inspection and investigation reports, summaries and presentations in a timely, legible fashion.
• Develop knowledge of industry operations in the assigned duty area, and become familiar with regulations and policies.
• Under direct supervision, conduct investigations related to animal illness or death, crop loss, adulterated product, and misbranded product.
• Complete basic training and participate in educational outreach activities as directed.
• Assist to conduct compliance, enforcement and emergency response activities.
• Adhere to Office of the Texas State Chemist standard operating procedures (SOPs) and suggest improvements.
• Recognize and report conditions that require regulatory attention.
• Operate and maintain state vehicle and equipment.
• Promote workplace safety and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Testify and give deposition for administrative hearings and court cases.
• Conduct basic inspections and investigations under state authority.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in agriculture-related field or agribusiness

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer software skills, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to develop strong investigation and interrogatory skills.
• Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail.
• Ability to work cooperatively and solve problems in a professional manner.
• Ability to pass an FDA background check and obtain commissioning from FDA.

Other Duties

• Other duties as required.
• Reside in/provide surveillance for the following counties: Bell, Burnet, Coryell, Falls, Freestone, Hamilton, Lampasas, Limestone, Llano, McLennan, Mills, Navarro, San Saba, Travis.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Ability to pass an FDA background check and obtain animal food and drug commissioning form FDA.

Other Requirements

• Climb, stretch, work at great heights, and carry heavy loads (100 lbs.).
• Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on holidays/weekends.
• Work within the assigned duty area.
• Travel required.
• Emergency response required.

Preferred Requirements

• Valid Drivers License

Additional Information

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.