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Seasonal Grain Sampler - St. Joseph (PM Shift)
$41k-53k (estimate)
Full Time | Public Administration
3 Weeks Ago
State of Missouri is Hiring a Seasonal Grain Sampler - St. Joseph (PM Shift) Near Joseph, MO
Job Location: St. Joseph, MO
Why You’ll Love This PositionThe Missouri Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection and Warehousing Division has a seasonal part-time position available in St. Joseph, MO.Employees in this position serve a critical front-line role in the foundation of Missouri’s grain market. Employees inspect carriers prior to loading of grain, obtain grain samples and perform basic technician functions in order to aid in establishing the value of that grain. The work of this position is primarily in the field (at grain loading sites) but does have some in-office duties.
Employees in this position are expected to have reliable transportation to the office in St. Joseph, MO (stockyards area), but will have access to a state vehicle for transportation to work sites from there.
Compensation
For benefited positions, the State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@mda.mo.gov
Why You’ll Love This PositionThe Missouri Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection and Warehousing Division has a seasonal part-time position available in St. Joseph, MO.Employees in this position serve a critical front-line role in the foundation of Missouri’s grain market. Employees inspect carriers prior to loading of grain, obtain grain samples and perform basic technician functions in order to aid in establishing the value of that grain. The work of this position is primarily in the field (at grain loading sites) but does have some in-office duties.
Employees in this position are expected to have reliable transportation to the office in St. Joseph, MO (stockyards area), but will have access to a state vehicle for transportation to work sites from there.
Compensation
- Base rate of $17.55/hr 1.5x overtime pay
- $2.00/hr for hours worked outside of normal business hours
- Paid twice per month
- Paid on-the-job training
- Position(s) open immediately
- Planned shift is 12pm - 6 pm, Monday – Friday but may fluctuate
- Supervisors work with employees on their availability
- Candidates must be available a minimum of 2 days per week; more preferred
- Work is available through peak season (est. mid November) but may continue afterwards if employee performs well & is reliable
- Receive on-the-job training in the FGIS grain sampling and technician procedures
- Inspect trucks and other carriers to ensure they are in proper condition for loading and free from leaks, odors and infestation
- Obtain representative samples of grain
- Complete work records legibly, accurately, and efficiently
- Maintain vehicles, sampling and lab equipment, and work environments properly
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, grain businesses, others in the grain trade and the general public
- Perform other related work as assigned
- Possess a valid Missouri Driver's License
- Possess a high school diploma or GED/equivalent. Work experience may be substituted for deficiency in the required education.
- At least 18 years old
- Regularly work in a grain elevator environment that may include factors such as loud noise, foul air, grain dust, inclement weather, extreme heights and moving machinery
- Distinguish subtle differences in color
- Detect subtle changes in odor
- Occasionally work from heights, including the ability to climb stairs and ladders
- Frequently lift a minimum of 15 pounds, and occasionally lift 50 pounds to a height of five feet with reasonable accommodations
- Sit or stand for extended periods (several hours)
- Adapt to variable work schedules that may include nights, weekends and holidays, and that are subject to change with little notice
- Have consistent & reliable means of communication (mobile phone)
- Have consistent & reliable means of transportation, including occasionally in inclement weather
- Ability to obtain USDA/FGIS licenses to sample and process grain within established timeframes
- Employees in this position may be ineligible for hire if they, their spouse, their minor children, or any relative immediately residing in their household is employed by or otherwise receives direct or indirect financial consideration from any grain elevator or warehouse, or engage in the merchandising, storage, commercial transportation, or other commercial handling of grain. If applicable, this relationship must be disclosed prior to hire.
For benefited positions, the State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@mda.mo.gov
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
SALARY
$41k-53k (estimate)
POST DATE
08/15/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
10/09/2024
WEBSITE
mo.gov
HEADQUARTERS
JEFFERSON CITY, MO
SIZE
>50,000
TYPE
Private
CEO
MIKE PARSON
REVENUE
$10B - $50B
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
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