"Meat Science Laboratory Technician"

Job Description

The Meat Science Laboratory Technician, under general supervision, oversees the processing of beef, pork, and lamb carcasses and maintains the sanitation of the Meat Laboratory.

This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funds.

This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining HACCP, SOPs and food safety records. Assist with demonstrations in labs for teaching, research and extension programs.
• Maintain equipment and facilities. Distribute all meat items (packaging, storing, shipping, etc.).
• Fabricate carcasses into roasts, chops, steaks and other standard cuts. Process carcasses from slaughter to cooler. Make sausages, ground meats, cutlets, value-added products and cured and smoked products.
• Assist with demonstrations in labs for teaching, research and extension programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of related experience in the meat industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) procedures. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to harvest and process beef, lamb, and pork.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Animal or Food Science or closely related field. Six years of related experience in the meat industry. Previous university meat production facility experience or meats judging experience is a plus.

Job Posting Close Date:

08/31/2025

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter