Agricultural Commodity Inspector & Grading Specialist

Agsupport; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Matching retirement contributions

Annual and holiday leave

Travel time compensation

Travel reimbursement

Lodging, meals per diem

Job summary

Cooperative Agricultural Support Services (CASS) in Turlock, CA, seeks a Quality Control Inspector to join the Inspection and Compliance Department. You will select samples, grade commodities, and verify quality against applicable standards, maintaining clear field notes and certificates.

The role requires travel across the state, punctuality, and accurate reporting. It is non-exempt with an hourly rate of $19.20–$19.59, with benefits including medical coverage and leave.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with safe driving record.
• Knowledge of federal/state/industry relations licensee responsibilities/authority.
• Able to travel statewide.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Excellent time management and organization.
• Ability to interpret instructions and maintain reports.

Responsibilities

• Select and evaluate samples of various commodities.
• Grading, sorting, counting, and sampling of agricultural products.
• Prepare samples for titration testing and pressure testing to determine ripeness.
• Examine quality, size, and condition against standards.
• Maintain daily inspection field notes, certificates, and reports.
• Ensure equipment is available, in working order, and secured.
• Travel statewide as required.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Time management

Organizational skills

Confidentiality & professionalism

Travel statewide

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

Cooperative Agricultural Support Services (CASS) in Turlock, CA, seeks a Quality Control Inspector to join the Inspection and Compliance Department. You will select samples, grade commodities, and verify quality against applicable standards, maintaining clear field notes and certificates.

The role requires travel across the state, punctuality, and accurate reporting. It is non-exempt with an hourly rate of $19.20–$19.59, with benefits including medical coverage and leave.