Grain Inspection Clerk - Lead (Chesapeake, VA, US, 23320)
Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses.
Summary
Perdue AgriBusiness has an opportunity for a Grain Inspection Clerk - Lead at our facility located in Chesapeake, VA.
This position is responsible for obtaining, testing, and grading grain samples, as well as performing housekeeping and other administrative/clerical duties as required.
Perdue AgriBusiness offers competitive wages and benefit packages to full-time, regular positions.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Collect grain samples using automated or manual grain probe
- Prepare grain samples for grading
- Inspect and test grain for all factors and run any analytical tests required on grain sample
- Complete grain data entry forms, receiving tickets, and other documentation as required
- Provide customer support as required
- Input, edit, and balance incoming truck information in grain system
- Maintain grain inspection records. Provide routine and ad hoc management reports as required
- Set-up and calibrate grain testing equipment
- Coordinate and provide direction for all activities required in the grain test house
- Train al Grain Inspector trainees and Grain Inspectors
- Perform daily housekeeping duties
- Perform all work within the safety guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies, as well as company policies
- Perform other tasks as assigned
- Ensure that the documented weekly and monthly Cross Checks of grain equipment and scales are completed
Minimum Education
- High School Graduate or GED (required)
- AA Degree in Agriculture, AgriBusiness or Business Management (Preferred)
Experience Requirements
- 8+ years of Grain Inspection experience
- Strong communication skills
- Strong math skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of standard software applications
- Able to obtain state grain grading certification
- TWIC application preferred
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
- Able to move freely throughout the division facilities to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'), carrying tools and equipment (0-50 pounds), exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available)
- Must be able to wear protective equipment to include dust masks
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.