About the role#
This position supports the daily operations of the university Meat Lab. You will gain hands-on experience in food animal processing while assisting with research, teaching, and extension activities. Training is provided on the job.
What you'll do#
- Perform and assist with food animal slaughter and the processing of sellable meat cuts.
- Handle product labeling and inventory management for sales.
- Maintain lab sanitation and follow USDA-FSIS food safety regulations.
- Learn and apply HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, and CCPs protocols.
- Assist with lab preparation for classes, research projects, and extension events.
What you'll need#
- Reliability and the ability to show up on time.
- Basic math skills.
- The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Capacity to multitask and complete assignments efficiently.
- Physical ability to move or lift 40 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Animal Science Building, Columbus, Ohio.
- Schedule: Part-time, 10 hours per week, first shift.
- Employment type: Temporary, fixed-term position.
- Training: All training is conducted on-site.
About The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University operates as a public land-grant research university. It was founded in 1870 and maintains its main campus in Columbus, Ohio. The institution manages regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, and Wooster. It serves a large student population through teaching, research, and service programs.
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