Grain Inspector / Classifier

Grain Inspector / Classifier – Agricultural Services

The Grain Inspector / Classifier role is a key position within the AmSpec Agri business structure. The role entails representing AmSpec at third party grain packing sites, performing independent inspection & sampling and accurate reporting of inspection data as well as ensuring prompt dispatch of samples for grading/classification and third party external analysis. Excellent communication skills are vital for the role when representing AmSpec and liaising with third party stakeholders.

The right candidate:

If you have prior experience in grain testing and qualification, have a strong work ethic and work well independently – we want to hear from you.

The big picture:

Our expanding AmSpec Agri business line now offers this diverse role as part of our friendly and competent team at Port Adelaide on a casual basis, reporting to the Agricultural Services Operations Supervisor.

Main Duties:

• Sampling/Inspection of bagged & bulk agricultural commodities during container loading operations.
• Accurate and timely recording of inspection data
• Load Supervision of sampling protocols for bulk vessel exports as/where deemed necessary.
• Accurate and timely reporting of inspection data in a timely manner.
• Timely packaging & dispatch of samples to AGRI HQ.
• Classification of agricultural commodities (cereals & pulses) as/where deemed necessary.
• Provide broad support to the overall Agricultural Services operation as deemed necessary.
• Maintain positive & proactive relationships with packing site representatives and other client & industry stakeholders

Other Duties and Requirements:

• Maintain confidentiality, specifically, do not disclose any proprietary information and data in the performance of your work duties for AmSpec.
• Works within all company policies and procedures and, behaves in accordance with the AmSpec Group Global Code of Conduct.
• Ensure that all required qualifications, inductions and licences are current at all times.
• Other tasks as directed.

Education / Qualifications / Licences:

• Valid Australian Drivers License 
• Ability to gain an Australian Police Clearance 

Technical Knowledge / Skills / Experience:

• Ability to work independently and unsupervised as well as within a team environment.
• Knowledge of grain industry classification standards.
• Proven experience in classification of grains, pulses, oilseeds and other agricultural products.
• Proven experience in sampling of grains, pulses, oilseeds and other agricultural products.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to meet set deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize tasks.