Overall Objectives and Responsibilities:
- Grain Inspectors take on a diverse set of responsibilities to ensure the seamless operation of the facility, which includes tasks such as sample probing, commodity grading, testing, as well as general maintenance.
- Ensure proper flow of sample testing through the facility and steady flow of grain to the facility.
- Act as a back-up to Grain Prober/Sampler.
- Responsible for accuracy in reporting results; record test results and provide information to the client of grain truck driver.
- Represent Eurofins Grain Inspection to client company by acting as a liaison between facility and client grain company merchandisers.
- Relay information to the grain operations manager for proper action
- Process necessary paperwork required by the client company and Eurofins Grain Inspection
- Inspect and grain grade samples in a timely manner.
- Test samples of grain by accepted industry practice using visual procedure and computerized equipment, test sample for weight, moisture, foreign material, damage; including potential mycotoxin and non-gmo testing.
- Assist in training incoming Grain Inspectors in all aspects of grain inspection and respective testing. Assist in evaluating ability and readiness of new inspectors to assume responsibility for testing.
- Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Demonstrate ability to operate all required basic lab equipment within department in accordance to USDA grain standards.
- Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.
- Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by the Department Leader or supervisor.
- Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to co-workers.
- Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices related to the public and our customers.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.