Grain Inspector Level 1 - Calgary, Canada - SGS

SGS

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Company Description

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity.

Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description:

This position operates on a 24/7 basis. Employees are required to work on rotating shifts ranging from hours in length with differing schedules including day shifts, afternoons shifts, night shifts and weekends.

This position requires you to have a valid driver's license along with a vehicle to transport samples.

Daily Activities:

Login, organizing, storing, distribution, and disposing of incoming samples and after final inspections
Clean grain samples using dockage carter/sieves and prepare for grading
Picking up and delivering samples from various locations to office or vice versa
Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment (moisture meters, scales, dockage, testers, protein testers, ELISA readers). Monitor all equipment according to desired standards before performing the analysis
Perform analyses such as moisture, protein, dockage, test weight, mycotoxins, germination tests, 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 reports related to food, container, industrial, etc. inspections (i.e. Government Inspection Services, GIS).
Assist in preparing onsite final analysis reports (i.e. Perform the inspection and complete the inspection report)

Qualifications:

A minimum of a High School diploma

years of experience in a laboratory or Agricultural setting is an asset

Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fastpaced, highly professional environment.
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 timetotime.
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.

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