Meat Inspector Trainee

The Ohio Department of Agriculture is seeking a motivated candidate for a Meat Inspector Trainee position. The successful candidate will work with top-notch experts to learn about agriculture and conduct inspections of registered meat plants, private, commercial slaughtering plants, and custom-exempt red meat and/or poultry processing facilities. The role involves enforcing state and federal sanitation, humane slaughter, meat processing, and food safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.

What You Will Do

The Meat Inspector Trainee will perform ante mortem and postmortem inspections of carcasses, conduct visual examinations of live animals and/or poultry, and enforce sanitation and safety policies. The role also involves inspecting equipment, facilities, and personnel to ensure acceptable sanitation levels, halting production for poor sanitation and/or non-compliance, and ensuring proper disposition of unfit and condemned products.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a team environment, are passionate about agriculture, and are willing to learn and grow in a dynamic role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with experts in the field, develop their skills, and make a difference in the lives of Ohioans.

Requirements

• 1 course in animal science, agribusiness, and/or food business management
• 3 months experience in livestock industry/industrial meat and poultry processing
• 1 course in biological sciences or chemistry (e.g., high school or college)
• Ability to provide own transportation

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation
• Maternity Benefits