Grain Inspector Level 1

SGS; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A global testing and certification company in Ontario seeks a Laboratory Technician to operate and calibrate laboratory equipment, analyze samples, and manage data entry. Candidates should possess a High School diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience, alongside strong communication and organizational skills. The role includes rotating shifts and requires valid driver's license and vehicle.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience in a laboratory or agricultural setting is an asset.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Log-in, organize, and store incoming samples.
• Perform analyses such as moisture and protein.
• Issue reports related to food and industrial inspections.
• Clean grain samples and prepare for grading.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Moisture meters

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

This position offers approximately 30 hours per week.

This position operates on a 24/7 basis. Employees are required to work on rotating shifts ranging from 8 - 12 hours in length with differing schedules including day shifts, afternoon shifts, night shifts and weekends.

This position requires you to have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle to transport samples.

This position is responsible for various sampling, picking up and delivering samples, cleaning samples with dockage carter/sieves, laboratory analysis, sample log-in, data entry, and reporting raw data.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Log-in, organizing, storing, distribution, and disposing of incoming samples and after final inspections
• Clean grain samples using dockage carter/sieves and prepare for grading
• Picking up and delivering samples from various locations to office or vice versa
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment (moisture meters, scales, dockage, testers, protein testers, ELISA readers). Monitor all equipment according to desired standards before performing the analysis
• Perform analyses such as moisture, protein, dockage, test weight, mycotoxins, germination tests, etc.
• Analysis of miscellaneous other branch specific laboratory analyses (malt barley variety identification, audits, etc.)
• Maintaining/monitoring of basic laboratory supplies (gloves, dust masks, filter papers etc.).
• Cleaning of work areas (dusting, sweeping, etc.).
• Follow all requirements according to the Canada Grain Act and Canada Grain regulations.
• Follow CFIA protocol for sampling, CGC standards for sampling, SGS SOPs, any other client specific specs.
• Issuing initial and final reports related to food, container, industrial, etc. inspections (i.e. Government Inspection Services, GIS).
• Assist in preparing on-site final analysis reports (i.e. Perform the inspection and complete the inspection report)

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma
• 1 – 3 years of experience in a laboratory or Agricultural setting is an asset

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time-to-time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.
• Possess and maintains a valid driver’s license.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.