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Meats By Linz

SQF PRACTITIONER (31592)

Hammond, IN · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Verify program effectiveness through audits, inspections, and trend analysis. Audit & Regulatory ... Prepare and lead management review meetings and report system performance to senior management.

Meats by Linz

SQF PRACTITIONER (31592)

Hammond, IN · On-site

Verify program effectiveness through audits, inspections, and trend analysis. Audit & Regulatory ... Prepare and lead management review meetings and report system performance to senior management.

Meats by Linz

SQF PRACTITIONER (31592)

Hammond, IN

Verify program effectiveness through audits, inspections, and trend analysis. Audit & Regulatory ... Prepare and lead management review meetings and report system performance to senior management.

Everforth, Cybercoders

Quality Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

... meat production lines. * Lead day-to-day quality operations including incoming material inspections ... to senior management to support data-driven decisions. * Maintain current knowledge of food ...

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How much do senior veterinary meat inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior veterinary meat inspector in Chicago, IL is $29.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.31 and $35.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Veterinary Meat Inspector vs Veterinary Meat Inspector?

AspectSenior Veterinary Meat InspectorVeterinary Meat Inspector
Required CredentialsVeterinary degree, certification in meat inspection, experienceVeterinary degree, certification in meat inspection
Work EnvironmentSupervisory roles, quality control, regulatory complianceInspection at slaughterhouses, processing plants, field visits
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, meat processing companiesGovernment agencies, meat industry facilities
Common Search & Comparison IntentHigher-level responsibilities, leadership rolesEntry to mid-level inspection duties

The main difference between a Senior Veterinary Meat Inspector and a Veterinary Meat Inspector lies in experience, responsibilities, and leadership. The senior role involves supervisory duties, overseeing inspection teams, and ensuring compliance at a higher level, while the Veterinary Meat Inspector focuses on conducting inspections and ensuring meat safety. Both roles require veterinary credentials and certification, but the senior position demands additional experience and leadership skills.

What are the most commonly searched types of Veterinary Meat Inspector jobs in Chicago, IL?

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Senior Histology Technician

Chicago, IL • On-site

Frontage Laboratories
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Frontage Laboratoriesexternal

$40/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Senior Histology Technician

Title: Senior Histology Technician

Location: Chicago, IL (on-site)

Reports to: Senior Manager, Histology

Full-time

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories across the US, Canada and China. Our core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials.

Our Chicago, IL site provides toxicology testing and research laboratory services and specialized pre-clinical studies in support of pharmaceutical and biotechnology products.

Position/Job Summary: The Senior Histology Technician will be responsible for day-to-day activities in building and maintaining the preparation, and analysis of tissues.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Prepare tissue slides by chemically treating, embedding, cutting, mounting, staining, cover slipping, and labeling tissue sections for microscopic analysis by the pathologists
  • Grossing specimens (predominantly biopsies)
  • Prepare immunohistochemistry slides
  • Validation and verification studies of new instrumentation and methods
  • Establish and maintain SOPs/ standard operating procedures for designated methods
  • Perform maintenance and QC/quality control for all instrumentation and methods
  • Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation, liaise with service engineers and instrument vendors
  • Adhere to safety and quality procedures, participate in Proficiency Testing, maintain competency on all instrumentation (six month and annual)
  • Maintain a general working knowledge of CLIA and CAP regulations, help foster audit and inspection readiness
  • Partner with laboratory leadership to establish and improve processes, efficiency, and employee engagement
Education, Experience & Skills Required:
  • Associate degree or equivalent experience, while Bachelor's degree is preferred
  • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in the processing (trimming, embedding, sectioning, staining, etc.) of tissues from GLP-compliant pre-clinical studies conducted in multiple species ranging from rodents to primates
  • Work experience in a veterinary pathology CRO is preferred
  • Experience in collecting necropsy and tissue
  • Must be able to differentiate color on stained slide, and ensure proper staining technique
  • Good communication skills
  • Team and action-oriented
  • Problem-solving

Salary: $ 32.00-$40.00/hour, based on experience

Benefits:

  • 401k Employer Match with immediate vesting
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical and Dental Insurance with multiple coverage options
  • FSA (Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Holidays and PTO

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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