Field Inspector 1

SGS; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Competitive pay

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Field Inspector I in the United States (Indiana, Burns Harbor) to perform inspection and sampling of grain and food oil transport systems and loading/unloading processes. You will collect samples, maintain records, and report field activities in compliance with regulations.

The role requires a High School Diploma, a valid driver license, and 1–2 years of grain inspection experience; an agriculture-related Associate degree is preferred. Full-time with benefits, hourly pay $20–$24.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Driver license required.
• Associate degree in agriculture (preferred).
• 1–2 years experience in grain or oil inspection or grain grading (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection and sampling of containers, barges, and rail cars at various locations.
• Supervise loading and counting of agricultural products per standards.
• Measure, weigh, sample, and document temperatures of agricultural products.
• Calculate transferred quantities and reconcile records.
• Initial analysis of grains and speed up grading processes.
• Transport commodity samples between terminals and office.
• May perform basic laboratory testing under supervision.
• Document inspection process with notes and photos; report field activities.
• Maintain communication with administrative staff on job status.
• Stay informed of industry and client procedures; follow safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in agriculture

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

Under general supervision, the Field Inspector I performs inspection of grain and food oil transport systems and loading/ unloading processes, and sampling of grains, food oils, and other commodities per established government regulations and standard operating procedures.

Job Functions

• Performs Inspection/sampling of containers, barges, and rail cars at different locations
• Supervises loading and counts of agricultural products in accordance with applicable standards and procedures
• Physically measures, weighs, samples, and takes temperatures (where applicable) of a variety of agricultural products in accordance with applicable standards and procedures
• Calculates the transferred quantities (where applicable) and performs full reconciliation of the same
• Performs initial analysis of the different grains, splitting the samples to speed the process for the Grain Graders
• Transports commodity samples from the loading terminals to the office and vice versa
• May perform basic laboratory testing of samples under supervision
• Takes detailed notes and photographs to document the inspection process, and reports all required field activities as per National/Regional field forms
• Maintains regular communication with administrative staff with reference to job status, progress, problems, etc
• Stays informed of and adheres to the latest industry and client procedures
• At all times, adopts safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of SGS employees and clients, in line with SGS policies and procedures
• At all times, comply with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma (Required)
• Driver License
• Associate degree in an agriculture-related field (Preferred)
• 1-2 years of experience in grain or oil inspection and/or grain grading operation (Preferred)

Additional Information

• Rate: $20-$24 Per Hour
• Full Time with benefits.

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, genetics, status as a protected veteran, 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.

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