Poultry Grader - Night Shift

Title: Poultry Grader - Night Shift

Hiring Range: Up to $50,000 annually. Excellent State Benefits

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Agriculture & Consumer Svcs

Location: DANVILLE

Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

TRAINING IS PROVIDED!
Poultry Grader - Night Shift #01277 - Danville
(Agricultural Specialist IV, Pay Band 4)
VDACS is excited to begin Poultry Grading services at a brand-new poultry further (i.e. cook plant) processing facility located in Danville, VA! This state-of-the-art facility will be producing cooked ready to eat poultry products such as chicken nuggets, breaded fillets, and other products. This is not a slaughter poultry plant. This position is eligible for a night shift differential for hours worked between 4:30pm–5:30am and is eligible for Overtime and Holiday Pay.
Duties include applying appropriate USDA grade marks, monitoring government specifications to ensure plant compliance, following child nutrition guidelines, and signing off on all documentation that pertains to grading and inspections functions. This position is restricted and paid for with non-general funds generated by assessing user fees for grading services requested by industry. This position is assigned to a poultry facility and may require holiday and/or weekend work which may be unplanned due to unforeseen situations.
Conditions of Employment/Physical Demands: Must have or be able to obtain USDA Poultry Grading License issued by the USDA after completing a minimum of 160 hours of on-the-job training. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position which includes working in an environment that has rapid temperature changes, wet and slippery floors, high noise levels, and lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be available to temporarily work in different plants in emergency situations. Must have (or be eligible for) and maintain a valid driver’s license and have a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety.
The final candidate must be eligible to meet the Federal Office of Field Operations Assignment Restrictions Directive (FSIS Directive 4735.9) regarding assignment restrictions and family or personal relationships as well as the one-year restriction for candidates who previously worked for a business under FSIS inspection.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of manufacturing, quality control or agricultural practices are beneficial particularly if related to the poultry industry; however, if you have the ability to be trained on federal/state regulations and are able to meet the conditions of employment as noted below then this knowledge is not specifically necessary as training will be provided. Other qualifications include the ability to read and apply USDA/State manuals; to have basic math skills; to be dependable and able to pay attention to details; have the demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment; and to have a fundamental knowledge of computer applications. Strong customer service and communication skills are also required. H.S. Diploma/GED required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Training/coursework in poultry science, agriculture or related field is preferred along with work experience related to USDA Poultry Grading Regulations & Standards. An equivalent combination of training & experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Phone: (804) 371-8066

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.