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

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.





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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