A humane harvest certifier ensures compliance with safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. The career involves an understanding of livestock handling and movement through the barns and holding areas. The individual is often in charge of overseeing and auditing the stunning process.
Humane harvest certifiers must follow and adhere with all required protocols and procedures, including understanding and applying relevant regulations, scheduling audits and associated travel, meeting required timelines for audit reports, and controlling expenses. They must maintain applicable auditor credentials, such as Professional Animal Auditor Certification Organization (PAACO) certification, and other relevant professional credentials required for audit proficiency and application.
The position often requires a bachelor's degree in animal, meat, or food science.