Meat & Poultry Inspector - Southwest, MO - Joplin

State-of-Missour; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

3 weeks paid sick leave

13 paid holidays per year

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Parental leave up to 6 weeks

Job summary

State of Missouri's Meat and Poultry Inspection Program seeks experienced environmental health professionals for field inspections of meat and poultry establishments. The role requires travel, attention to regulatory detail, and strong writing and reading skills to enforce federal and Missouri regulations.

Applicants should have a valid Missouri driver’s license and 5+ years in related public health work. The department emphasizes comprehensive training and long-term service in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of professional or technical experience in environmental public health work.
• Must possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License.
• Experience in meat and poultry inspection or related regulatory work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect meat and poultry processing and slaughter establishments with owners, managers, and employees.
• Manage time effectively to complete tasks and meet supervisor expectations.
• Work schedule may include odd hours and out-of-state or overnight training.
• Enforce applicable federal and state meat/poultry safety acts and related regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Computer skills

Technical writing

Reading comprehension

Job description

Job Location: Southwest, MO

Candidates must be domiciled or willing to relocate to one of the following counties: Jasper, Lawrence or Newton.

The Missouri Department of Agriculture’s Meat and Poultry Inspection Program (MDA’s MPIP) works closely with meat and poultry processors, livestock producers, and retailers to ensure only safe, wholesome, properly labeled meat and poultry products enter commerce. Through protecting consumer confidence and providing outreach to small businesses, MPIP supports MDA’s mission: to serve, promote, and protect the agricultural producers, processors, and consumers of Missouri’s food, fuel, and fiber products.

The salary indicated represents the current regular pay rate for this position. If the individual selected is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., Years of Service), it will be added to total compensation on their paycheck. A pay differential does not raise base pay.

• The candidate for this position will work in meat and poultry processing and/or slaughter establishments with the owners, managers, and employees of these establishments
• Employees will be required to manage their time wisely in order to complete tasks and meet expectations set by their direct supervisor
• Odd work hours and schedule flexibility will be required with this position in order to meet inspection needs of assigned establishments
• Strong work ethics, ability to stand on their feet for long periods of time, computer skills, technical writing, and reading comprehension are qualities this employee must possess
• Duties will include, but not be limited to, enforcing rules and regulations related to the Federal Meat Inspection Act, Poultry Products Inspection Act, Methods of Humane Slaughter Act, and Missouri Revised Statutes. A background in HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) and regulatory work will be preferred in this candidate
• Overnight stays may be expected of this employee
• Three-week virtual training or in-person, out-of-state training may also be required of this employee. Additional training will also be provided for this employee as the opportunity or need arises
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License
• Five (5) or more years of professional or technical experience in environmental public health work in one or more of the areas of special qualifying experience listed below.Experience can come from the completion of a relevant bachelor’s degree program and direct work experience.

(1) meat and poultry inspection (2) food sanitation and protection (3) milk sanitation (4) sewage disposal (5) solid waste disposal (6) lodging sanitation (7) institutional or child care facility sanitation (8) community environmental sanitation (9) water supply (10) general vector control (11) occupational health (12) consumer product safety (13) fire safety (14) hazardous substance risk assessment (15) recreational waters (16) building related illnesses (17) poultry and/or livestock production(18) agriculture education (19) regulatory enforcement (21) or related field.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits

• 3 weeks paid vacation AND 3 weeks paid sick leave
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Insurance: health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
• Retirement: including an employer match on savings plan
• Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave for birth or adoption
• And several additional resources including the SELF program (formerly EAP), discount websites, and healthy living incentives!

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department Agriculture is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

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