Summary:

At North Dakota Grain Inspection (NDGI), we are committed to delivering precise and reliable inspection services for agricultural commodities. Our dedication to excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted federally regulated agency in the industry. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective success. NDGI's Grain Sampler/Technician position entails going out to elevator and container sites throughout Michigan. Samplers will obtain representative samples of grain and other commodities, while maintaining accurate work records by writing down the carrier ID's and various quality measures. Maintaining accurate work records is a crucial piece of this position. The employees start their shift at the Whitmore Lake, MI office, and take a company vehicle out to all sites, therefore getting paid for drive time to and from the customer sites.

Hours are variable and there is not a limit on the amount of overtime that can be made. Starting wage is $17.00 per hour; however, the service request hours on customer sites worked outside of 7 am and 3 pm, Monday through Friday are paid at 1.5x your base rate ($25.50/hour). The service request hours on customer sites worked on Saturday are paid at time and a half and on Sunday are double time ($34.00/hour).

If you think you may be interested in this position, please take a look at this YouTube video that demonstrates part of what you would be doing as a sampler:

https://youtu.be/N1unFVyJYNk

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect representative samples following specific procedures
• Maintain accurate work records with legible handwriting
• Follow USDA procedures as trained
• Be punctual and consistent with work
• Can move into technician function over time which would involve running grain through testing equipment

Requirements:

• Ability to bend/lift over 50 lbs. and be able to climb 20’ ladders
• Be moving through entirety of shift
• Ability to work 12 Hour shifts often, especially during harvest
• Work variable hours and shifts depending on needs of customers
• Comfortability with heights on top of railcars (with fall protection)
• Be able to physically handle working in grain dust environments
• Must have a valid driver's license

No experience is required! All training is done on the job and through training materials. A USDA license will be obtained before 30 days from your hire date, however, all testing is done online right in our office!

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401k Contribution plan
• Employer Contributions towards BCBS Health Insurance plans
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance through The Standard
• Supplemental Insurance through The Standard
• Health Savings Account (HSA) plans available

Benefits offered at 30 days, however, per ACA law you must continue to average 130 hours per month in order to keep the benefits. We will measure after your first 4 months to see if that average is being maintained and then we measure each year in October to determine eligibility for the next year.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $37.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime

Ability to Commute:

• Whitmore Lake, MI (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Whitmore Lake, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person