Inspector IV - Packing Plant Quality Control - Michael Unit Packing and Processing Plant (029025)

Texas Dept of Criminal Justice

Tennessee Colony, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Calculators, Communication Skills, Control Systems, Copying Machines, Corrective Action, Depth Perception, Electricity, Fax Machines, Federal Laws and Regulations, High School Diploma, Human Resources, Law Enforcement, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Operations Processes, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Program Evaluation, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, Scaffolding, State Laws and Regulations, Testing
LOCATION
Tennessee Colony, TX
POSTED
16 days ago

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JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly complex inspection work. Work involves overseeing and conducting inspections and

quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and agency policies. Works under

limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees and conducts packing plant inspections for quality control and ensures compliance with

plant standards, codes, and state laws; makes recommendations for correction and proper

disposition of violations noted during inspections; and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure that

standards are being met and corrective action is taken.

B. Implements a program of inspections and enforcement of various laws and regulations within the

packing plant; responds to and investigates complaints related to packing plant products; researches

and identifies the causes of violations; and prepares related reports and correspondence.

C. Reviews and implements a quality control system; evaluates packing plant programs and

procedures; develops recommendations for improvements in packing plant programs; and monitors

and updates operating procedures.

D. Trains and supervises inmates.

E. Maintains the security of assigned inmates.

  • Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, and Training

  1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.

  2. Three years full-time, wage-earning experience in quality assurance or inspection in a meat

processing operation. Thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an

organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the

United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each year of experience

on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge and Skills

  1. Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines related to food

processing.

  1. Knowledge of the principles and methods of meat inspection quality control procedures.

  2. Knowledge of standard food packing plant practices and procedures.

  3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules,

and regulations preferred.

  1. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

  2. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the

public.

  1. Skill in analyzing calculations, specifications, reports, records, and testing requirements for all

meats and meat products.

  1. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

  2. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

  3. Skill to train and supervise the work of inmates.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly,

climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift

and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside and outside, working around machines with moving parts and

moving objects, working around moving objects or vehicles, radiant and electrical energy, working

closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold,

dampness and chill, constant noise, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working on ladders or

scaffolding, vibration, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include

computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, meat product

testing/inspection equipment, dolly, and automobile.

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Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  • Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow

Human Resources Headquarters

2 Financial Plaza, STE 600

Huntsville, TX 77340

PH (936) 437-4106

EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

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Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  • Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow

Human Resources Headquarters

2 Financial Plaza, STE 600

Huntsville, TX 77340

PH (936) 437-4106

EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

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The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor''s Office

Texas State Auditor''s Office - Job Descriptions

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The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor''s Office

Texas State Auditor''s Office - Job Descriptions

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The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.

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The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.

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