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Grain Sampler/Weigher
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$32,751 / year median in Kansas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
SEASONAL
- with potential of full time The Grain Sampler is responsible for performing grain grading, sampling and processing according to the procedures under the Unites States Grain Standards Act and other applicable state and federal regulations.Major Duties:
- Inspects railcars, trucks and/or other carriers to ensure they are in proper condition for loading and free from leaks, odors, infestation, etc.
- Obtains representative samples of grain utilizing procedures specified by the United States Grain Standards Act (USGSA).
- Performs specialized tests such as aflatoxin and protein analysis; calibrates equipment, grinds samples, reads results and completes appropriate record keeping so that the Grain Inspectors may apply gradings.
- Observes and verifies the weighing of trucks and railcars by grain company employees.
- Maintains grain sampling equipment properly and ensures it is in good working order.
- Completes tickets and work records accurately and legibly.
- Must have thorough knowledge of state and federal laws, policies, rules and regulations relating to grain sampling.
- Promotes KGIS and branch location employee cohesiveness through effective communication, teamwork and shared services.
- Responsible for maintaining clean facilities and complying with all state and federal regulations pertaining to a safe workplace, housekeeping, and all activities that require regulation compliance.
- Attends training and safety meetings.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.