Field Inspector I (Part-TIme) at SGS North America Inc. in Panama City, Florida

Job Description:

Company 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




Summary


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 AND (Required)


• 0-2 years of previous experience in grain or oil inspection and/or grain grading operation (Required)


• Completion of required training programs (Basic and Level I) to achieve and maintain proficiency at the Field Inspector I level (Required)


• OR equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)


• Associate degree in an agriculture-related field, AND (Preferred)


• 1-2 years of experience in grain or oil inspection and/or grain grading operation (Preferred)


• Completion of required training programs (basic and Level I) to achieve and maintain proficiency at the Field Inspector I level (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as travel to various client sites is required


• Must possess/ maintain a TWIC card to work on port or eligible to apply for a TWIC Card

Shift

• On-Call/Flexible

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: English/ Intermediate level required


• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate level required


• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, management, external customers, and the public


• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment


• Must be able to follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner


• Proven time management skills and strong attention to detail


• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition


• Ability to work well with others and independently


• Works well under pressure


• Exhibits positive team spirit


• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when necessary

Computer Skills

• Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite required.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Constantly


• Move or traverse: Constantly


• Sit: Occasionally


• Use hands: Frequently


• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently


• Climb or balance: Frequently


• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Frequently


• Talk/hear: Constantly


• Taste/Smell: Frequently


• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 50 lbs

TRAVEL

• Travels up to 75% of the time. Frequent travel to client sites, ports, and facilities within the assigned region required. Overnight, out of state travel required.

EQUIPMENT

• This job operates in a variety of outdoor environments, including granaries, agricultural fields, railyards, and ports/ harbors; also works indoors in lab and professional office environments


• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones


• Able to work carefully with laboratory glassware, measurement, and testing apparatus with due regard for the fragility of this equipment


• Able to work carefully with and around chemical reagents and client samples

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB




Physical/Sensory Demands Frequency Requirements:



Stand Constantly


Move or traverse Constantly


Sit Occasionally


Use hands Frequently


Reach with hands and arms Frequently


Climb or balance Frequently


Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Frequently


Talk/hear Constantly


Taste/Smell Frequently


Lift/carry/push or pull Occasionally 50 lbs.



WORK CONDITIONS / EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS



Location of the Job: Panama City, FL



WORK SCHEDULE:

• On-Call


• The job requires working flexible schedule - nights and weekends may be required, dependent on the client's schedule


• Must be able to work flexible and long hours (up to 12 hours per day) around shipping schedules (days, nights, weekends, and holidays)


• Must be flexible to travel to overnight locations (up to 7 days)

Environmental Conditions Requirements:

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions: Constantly


• Work near moving mechanical parts: Frequently


• Work in high, precarious places: Occasionally


• Fumes or airborne particles: Constantly


• Toxic or caustic chemicals None


• Outdoor weather conditions: Constantly


• Extreme cold (non-weather): Frequently


• Extreme heat (non-weather): Frequently


• Risk of electrical shock None


• Work with explosives: None


• Risk of radiation: None


• Vibration: Occasionally


• Bio-hazard: Occasionally

Noise Level:

• Loud (examples: metal can manufacture department, large earth-moving equipment)

Other Physical/Work Environmental Exposures:

• None

Vision Requirement:

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)


• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)


• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)


• Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)


• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)


• Ability to see color

Auditory Requirements:

• No special auditory requirements

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