Packaging engineers design packaging materials for food, animal health care and other agricultural products such as chemicals, pesticides and seeds. They evaluate current packaging and develop low-cost improvement strategies for
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Microbiologists study microorganisms that are found in various environments. They examine bacteria, fungi, viruses and other parasites to see how they grow and interact with the environment in which they
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Automation technicians are responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of computer and robotic systems used in a variety of agricultural sectors. Automation technicians work closely with manufacturing staff helping
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Warehouse or facility managers oversee security, processes, procedures and staff in storage facilities or warehouses. They maintain stock records and control all warehouse facilities as well as the planning and
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Food safety/quality assurance managers are responsible for directing food safety, quality assurance and sanitation programs at food production facilities. They help to ensure that all products created at a manufacturing
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Analytical chemists study chemical compounds to determine what they are composed of and how they interact with other substances. Their research has an important role in understanding the relationship between
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A regulatory scientist is responsible for managing a product throughout the regulatory process. Products that are sold in the United States are subject to certain regulations based on government requirements.
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Meat inspectors examine meat products, such as beef, pork, seafood, poultry, etc., before packaging to ensure it is safe and that the processing follows quality-assurance regulations. Their work requires them
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Freezer/refrigeration specialists direct, implement, audit and evaluate the maintenance, installation, and repair of cooling and refrigeration systems in the manufacturing and processing sectors. They play an important role in food
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Food technologists oversee all aspects of product development, review and approve nutritional data, write product specifications and enforce USDA labeling regulations on new and modified food products. They develop and
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