Full Time Grain Quality Inspector

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Job Description:

The Andersons, Inc. - Denison, IA

Each year, as part of the Renewables segment, The Andersons refines corn into millions of gallons of ethanol, a low-cost, clean-burning, high-octane, renewable fuel product for refiners, fuel blenders, and convenience stores.

In addition to ethanol, these facilities collectively produce E-85, feed products, and corn oil, which is key to the renewable diesel industry.

As a Grain Quality Inspector, you will play a crucial role in assessing and ensuring the quality of grains produced or processed in various agricultural settings. The primary focus of this role is to inspect, test, and analyze grains to determine their suitability for consumption, processing, or export. Training is provided!

Position Overview

This position is responsible for sampling, testing, grading, weighing all incoming grain at our Denison, IA Ethanol plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect grain samples using automated or manual grain probe and other equipment as required.
• Accurately inspect inbound grain for moisture content, size, weight, color and foreign presence. Make grading determination in accordance with the Scale & Inspection Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain required documentation and recordkeeping.
• Provide high level of customer support to drivers and location merchants.
• Performs housekeeping duties in work area and other areas of grain as required.

Schedule/Shift

Monday thru Friday AM shift (6:30a-4:00p)

NOTE - Occasional weekend hours may be required.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Has developed skills through formal training or considerable work experience
• Works within established procedures
• Completes work with a moderate degree of supervision

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• 1-2 years' relevant experience required

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a facility that operates 24x7
• Must be able to stand/sit for an extended period of time
• Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Working conditions could include; dust, fumes, moderate noise and uneven surfaces

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurances; coverage begins on first day of employment
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off
• Paid lunch (onsite only)

Why should you apply for a Grain Quality Inspector position at The Andersons?

Our Grain Quality Inspectors play a crucial role in the agricultural supply chain, contributing to the production of high-quality grains for various purposes, including human consumption, animal feed, and industrial processes. Your work will help us to maintain commodity safety standards and ensures that consumers receive products of the expected quality.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons' Statement of Principles.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at talentacquisition@andersonsinc.com .

We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

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