Fumigator/grain Inspector

**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 2,700 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world._
**Job Description** Fumigator Duties**:
This position will perform a variety of container, tarp and vessel fumigations in a safe manner following SGS guidelines and SOP’s.
- Performing container fumigations, pre-shipment and quarantine
- Generating documents for vessel and quarantined container fumigations
- Accomplish inspection requirements according to the scope of job
- Establish constant communication with operations
- Keep full and accurate logs
- Follow safety procedures
- Maintain a professional manner while performing his/her duties
- Delivers samples to laboratory for analysis
- Support any other duties that may be assigned by his/her supervisor
- Follow all requirements according to any government regulations pertaining to fumigation services.
- May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed (i.e. training for grain grading, lab analysis, H&S related tasks such as field risk assessments, etc)

**Grain Inspector Duties**:
This position is responsible for various sampling, picking up and delivering samples, cleaning samples with dockage carter/sieves, laboratory analysis, sample log-in, data entry, and reporting raw data.
- Log-in, 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 on-site final analysis reports (i.e. Perform the inspection and complete the inspection report)

**Qualifications**
- A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- Possess and maintains a valid driver’s license.
- 1 - 3 years of previous experience in a fumigating role is an asset.
- Must obtain a valid training and licenses in the following: Pesticide Applicator Licence, Confined Space Training Level 1, First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, and Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
- Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Detail orientated and has the ability to take accurate notes.
- Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
- Demonstrates 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 may be required from time to time.
- Travel to other SGS locations may be required from time to time.
- Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

**Additional Information** Salary**:$34 per hour