Processing technician

Position / Application Information

MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY invites applicants to apply for the position of Meat Harvest and Processing Technician.

DEPARTMENT : Center for Advancement of Meat Production and Processing (CAMPP) / Department of Agriculture.

POSITION INFORMATION : This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified position. The appointment is available immediately.

POSITION NUMBER : U

SALARY : $35,

DEADLINE : Position is open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS : For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below :

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three References (include : name, phone number, and e-mail address)
• Unofficial Transcripts
• O nly completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the APPLY button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Required application materials WILL NOT be accepted after the deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact the Chair :

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Position Duties / Responsibilities

The Meat Harvest and Processing Technician will work closely with university faculty, students, and the public. The Meat Harvest and Processing Technician is responsible for functions related to red meat slaughter, carcass fabrication, packaging, and sanitation.

Job duties include :

• Assist faculty and graduate students in meat science projects
• Perform independently without supervision in the meat harvest or processing capacity
• Ability to safely operate all equipment in the harvest and processing of meat animals
• Ability to disassemble, clean and reassemble all equipment as part of the sanitation process
• Ability to work with high school and college students and instructors
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to withstand for long periods a working environment of 45 degrees F or less
• Ability to withstand for long periods a working environment of 80 degrees F or greater

Required / Preferred Qualifications

Required :

• B.S. in Agriculture, Animal Science, Meat Science, or related field
• Knowledge of HACCP, SSOPs, and current food safety practices
• One year of experience in red meat slaughter, carcass fabrication, or inspection

Last updated : 2024-05-12