Field Inspector 1 (Seasonal)

SGS; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

SGS in Port Allen, Louisiana is hiring a Field Inspector I for a seasonal position starting in June and ending in mid-November. The role involves inspecting grain and food oil transport systems, sampling agricultural products, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The successful candidate must have a High School Diploma, a valid Driver License, and a TWIC card. The position requires careful documentation and adherence to safety and integrity protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Valid Driver License is required.
• TWIC Card is mandatory for the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and sampling of agricultural products.
• Calculate transferred quantities and perform reconciliations.
• Document inspections and maintain communication with staff.

Skills

Inspection and sampling

Data documentation

Basic laboratory testing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

TWIC Card

Valid Driver License

Job description

Seasonal Position, starting in June and ending mid November with 40 hours per week.

TWIC card Required.

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

Required:

• High School Diploma (Required)
• Valid Driver License (Required)
• TWIC Card (Required)

Rate: $20 Per Hour

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines