Career Opportunities: Inspector - State Egg Board (34172)

Job Summary

Under supervisor guidance, you will be responsible for inspection activities in a 12-county area in Eastern Indiana.  The inspection activities will include retail egg inspections, wholesale egg inspections, Shell Egg producer inspections for USDA Shell egg Surveillance program, USDA Country of Origin Labeling audits, and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) shell egg producer inspections under 21 CFR 118. Additional duties will include:

• Verifying packaging is properly labeled, eggs meet quality standards, and that the product is being maintained in an environment that promotes a safe product to the consumer
• Reviewing Egg production facilities SE Prevention Plans, reviewing supporting records to assure compliance with the FDA Egg Rule, preparing and/or reviewing comprehensive reports for submission to FDA
• Performing Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) Inspections at retail locations throughout Indiana. Activities include:  preparing a final report of findings, communicating findings with retail management, and transmitting the information to the appropriate regulatory agency
• Conducting shell egg surveillance inspection of USDA registered egg production facilities and hatchery operations as designated by the USDA/AMS under the Egg Products Inspection Act
• Evaluating shell eggs to verify quality and confirm appropriate environmental control
• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelors degree
• 1 year experience in retail food industry or food production/processing
• In lieu of degree consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required experience (Associate's degree + 3 years of experience; HS/GED + 5 years of experience)
• Have or be able to obtain certification to conduct COOL audits per USDA/AMS (Agricultural Marketing Service) COOL program requirements and Shell Egg Grader and Surveillance certification through the USDA/AMS Poultry Programs
  • Certification for COOL must be obtained within 30 days of employment
  • Grading/Surveillance certification must be completed by the end of the first 8 months of employment
• A good understanding of the retail food industry, including the production and distribution of shell eggs
• A general knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
• Basic computer operation, organizational, time management, and communication/conflict resolution skills essential
• Ability to establish own work schedule and be self-motivated to complete a level of work expected of the position
• Ability to conduct an inspection in a professional manner and record and submit findings to the appropriate agency
• Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations pertaining to the inspection being conducted
• Ability to deal with potential conflict
• Ability to pass a Office of Personnel Management (OPM) background screening and obtain/maintain FDA credentials and commission
• Ability to pass an annual respiratory physical and fitness test
• Valid U.S. or Canadian drivers license

Nice to Have:

• Experience in food or shell egg inspection
• Knowledge of shell egg grades and labeling

What We'd Like You to Know:

• The position is a remote position with the official work station being your residence
• All equipment required for the position is provided
• A vehicle for work activities is supplied
• This position is responsible for 12 counties in Eastern Indiana.
• Learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A Background Check is required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply