Meat Inspector 1 – Part Time

Augusta, Georgia Government

. Learn to inspect red meat, red meat products, and meat processing facilities for compliance with legal standards .

Posted 11/3/2026part-timeAthens • United StatesJunior💰 $15 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in meat inspection processes, including antemortem and post-mortem inspections, while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Possesses a strong foundation in life sciences or related fields, complemented by relevant training and experience in meat or food inspection.

Highest-signal resume keywords

USDA Inspection Methods TrainingMeat Inspection ExperienceVocational Degree in Agriculture or Related FieldBackground VerificationMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Antemortem InspectionPost-Mortem InspectionCompliance InspectionLife Sciences KnowledgeChemistry Knowledge

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

USDA Inspection Methods Training

Industry Keywords

Meat ProcessingFood InspectionEnvironmental ScienceAnimal SciencePest Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Learn to inspect red meat, red meat products, and meat processing facilities for compliance with legal standards
Perform antemortem and post-mortem inspections
Work in adjoining areas as program requirements dictate
Travel outside the assigned area, expected to be less than 25% of total travel
Provide general support services to the Meat Inspection Division

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must reside in the listed county or surrounding area or be willing to relocate
Personal vehicle or transportation required
Vocational or technical degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, pest control, entomology, or a closely related field from an accredited college; or high school diploma/GED and one year of experience in the area of assignment; or two years of college including 12 semester/20 quarter hours in chemistry or life sciences and one year of directly related experience; or two years of experience at a lower level (RCT090) or equivalent position
Must complete USDA Inspection Methods training at the first available opportunity after hire
Background, criminal records, employment verification, and motor vehicle checks required for final candidates
Preferred: State or Federal Meat Inspection or Food Inspection experience
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Environmental Science, Biology, or closely related field
Preferred: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

This position is not eligible for benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer