AGRI COMMODITY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
Little Rock, AR, US, 72205
Position Number: 22094677
County: Crawford
Posting End Date: until filled
Anticipated Starting Salary: 29,046
Egg Division
Hiring Authority
1 Natural Resources Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
501/823-1744
Email: cheri.ellis@agriculture.arkansas.gov
As the largest industry in Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture and forestry to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation. The Department is organized into five Divisions: Forestry Division, Livestock and Poultry Division, Natural Resources Division, Plant Industries Division, and Shared Services Division.
Position Information
Class Code: X149C
Grade: GS04
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $29,046.00 - $42,117.00
Summary
Functions
Dimensions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education of high school diploma; plus four years of experience in poultry inspection, commodity grading, or related field.
Licenses
Licensed as a poultry and/or shell egg grader by the United States Department of Agriculture as established by the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 as amended (7USC 1621)
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Agency Specific Information:
- Inspects shell hatcheries and processing plants to determine compliance with USDA standards, Egg Product Inspection Act Regulations, and state law by checking for proper sanitation, presence of disease, proper storage temperature, products purchased, disposition of products, and proper product labeling.
- Collects random samples of eggs for inspections and candling to ensure minimum standards are met.
- Inspects retail food stores, restaurants, hospitals, nursing homes, distributors and other egg product users by visiting establishments, selecting random samples of eggs for inspection and candling, verifying packer and distributor permit information, checking storage temperature, reviewing invoices for correct terminology, and checking cartons for code dates, and packer origin to ensure compliance with the Arkansas Egg Marketing Act.
- Acts as a temporary replacement grader at poultry processing plants by examining products from each processing line for compliance with regulations and contract specifications. Monitors plant and processing operations to ensure that facilities and equipment are sanitary and prepares a variety of reports and records related to plant operations and products.
- Acts as temporary replacement grader at shell egg processing plants by inspecting each shift for sanitation and checking and recording temperature and chlorine levels of egg wash. Records temperature and relative humidity of coolers and shipping area. Observes machinery for proper dating and labeling. Examines individual eggs for weight, grade, and quality. Notifies plant management of samples out of compliance.
- Trains company employees in proper egg and poultry grading and issues official certificates for various contracts.
- Reviews contract abstracts and specification requirements and determines that grade, size, and weight conform to specifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Frequent overnight travel is required. Exposure to chemicals, varying temperatures, noise, and unpleasant odors is required.
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock