Grain Grader Level 3 - Montreal East, Canada - SGS

SGS Montreal East, Canada

4 days ago

Full time

Description

Job Description

This position is responsible for grading a variety grain types wheat, oil seeds, and pulses. Provide technical guidance and training for inspectors. Communicate directly with grain elevators to provide guidance/updates on grade issues. Conduct laboratory analysis, grading, and review of data in accordance to the CGC guide.

Job Functions:

Competent in performing all responsibilities of a Grain Inspector and a Grader Level 2.

Grain Inspector Level 1:

Clean grain samples using carter dockage testers and prepare them for grading

Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment (moisture meters, scales, carter dockage testers, protein testers, ELISA readers). Monitor all equipment according to desired standards before performing the analysis

Assist in performing analyses such as moisture, protein, dockage, test weight, mycotoxins, germination tests, gluten test, falling number test, etc.

Analysis of miscellaneous other branch specific laboratory analyses (malt barley variety identification, audits, etc.)

Maintaining/monitoring of basic laboratory supplies (gloves, dust masks, filter papers etc.).

Cleaning of work areas (dusting, sweeping, etc.).

Follow all requirements according to the Canada Grain Act and Canada Grain regulations.

Follow CFIA protocol for sampling, CGC standards for sampling, SGS SOPs, any other client specific specs.

Issuing initial and final grading reports related to food, container, industrial, etc. inspections ( Government Inspection Services, GIS).

Assist in preparing on-site final analysis reports (, Perform the inspection and complete the inspection report)

Grain Grader Level 2:

For all locations except Montreal -Inspect / grade all types of grain other than wheat ( pulses, oil seeds, etc.) arriving at the laboratory or during onsite inspections.

For Montreal – Ability to grade wheat without being able to grade other commodities due to nature of business.

Conduct off-site grading/sampling duties and ad hoc projects

Working with his/her supervisors or senior staff to solve day-to-day production and process problems, providing technical and operational guidance to other junior grading staff.

Review of analytical data. Reporting on-site inspections and/or grading results. Report findings to the grain elevator.

Conduct total grain inventory audits of weight and grade.

Provides guidance and/or leadership to others, including indirect reports, peers, or managers

Skills:

Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).

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

Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.

Ability to work well with others & independently.

Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

Works well under pressure.

Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.

Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.

Possess and maintains a valid driver's license.

Ensures full compliance with the company's Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Qualifications

A minimum of a High School diploma

Over 5 years of experience as a Grain Grader Level 2

Previous experience in performing preliminary grain inspections and grain grading would be an asset.

Skills:

Bilingual communication skills (French and English) preferred.