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State of Arkansas · 10 hours ago

INSPECTOR I

Russellville, AR

Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$43K/yr - $64K/yr

The State of Arkansas is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for agriculture and forestry. The Inspector I is responsible for conducting routine inspections and evaluations to ensure compliance with established standards and regulatory guidelines, supporting the quality assurance and safety management efforts of the organization.

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Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections of facilities, equipment, or projects to ensure adherence to established codes, standards, and safety regulations

Utilize pre-determined standardized checklists and inspection protocols to document findings accurately

Prepare clear and concise inspection reports outlining observations, discrepancies, and recommended corrective actions

Maintain accurate records of inspection activities and follow up on pending issues

Work under the supervision of senior inspectors or quality assurance managers, assisting in coordinating and prioritizing inspection tasks

Communicate effectively with team members and departments to relay inspection results and support corrective initiatives

Follow established guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe and compliant work environment

Demonstrate a commitment to learning and applying industry-specific standards and best practices

Participate in on-the-job training sessions to develop a deeper understanding of inspection techniques and regulatory requirements

Stay informed about emerging practices, tools, or technologies that can enhance inspection accuracy and efficiency

Qualification

Inspection techniquesQuality assuranceData entryReporting softwareProactive attitudeEffective communicationAttention to detail

Required

High School Diploma or GED

Must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license

Acute attention to detail and strong observational skills

Basic computer skills, including familiarity with data entry and reporting software

Effective verbal and written communication skills for clear documentation and collaboration

A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced professionals

Preferred

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 are required