Feed & Fertilizer Inspector

About the role

Under supervision, the Feed & Fertilizer Inspector works cooperatively with the feed and fertilizer industry to ensure compliance with the Texas Agriculture Code and related regulations. The position involves travel, inspections, and technical reporting to support the Texas Feed & Fertilizer Control Service.

Key responsibilities

• Travel to manufacturers, distributors, and consumers to identify, inspect, and sample products subject to state feed and fertilizer regulations.
• Examine product labeling and documentation, and prepare inspection and investigation reports.
• Conduct investigations related to animal illness, crop loss, adulterated or misbranded products.
• Assist with compliance, enforcement, emergency response activities, and operate state vehicles and equipment.
• Testify in administrative hearings and court cases as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an agriculture‑related field or agribusiness.
• Ability to pass an FDA background check and obtain required commissioning.
• Willingness to work beyond normal business hours, holidays, and weekends, and to travel within the assigned duty area.

Required skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.