Field Inspector I — Grain & Oil Cargo Sampling

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time with benefits

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Field Inspector I to perform inspection and sampling of grain and oil transport systems, at various locations, in accordance with regulations and procedures. The role includes measuring, weighing, temperature checks, and documenting activities with notes and photos.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and driver license; an associate degree in agriculture is preferred, with 1–2 years of related inspection or grain grading experience desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Driver License required.
• Associate degree in an agriculture-related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in grain or oil inspection and/or grain grading operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs Inspection/sampling of containers, barges, and rail cars at different locations.
• Supervises loading and counts of agricultural products in accordance with applicable standard 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.
• Adheres to SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver License

Grain/oil inspection experience

Education

High School Diploma (Required)

Associate degree in agriculture-related field (Preferred)

Job description

SGS is seeking a Field Inspector I to perform inspection and sampling of grain and oil transport systems, at various locations, in accordance with regulations and procedures. The role includes measuring, weighing, temperature checks, and documenting activities with notes and photos.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and driver license; an associate degree in agriculture is preferred, with 1–2 years of related inspection or grain grading experience desirable.