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