Inspector

Job Title: Inspector 1-5

Classification: Non-Exempt - Department 1000 - Seasonal

Reports To: Management Team

Wage: $19.48 - $21.92 Hourly

Job Summary

This position ensures the inspection quality of Grapes for Wine and By-Products through thorough assessment and analyses using specific procedural standards for integrity. This job requires work to be performed in a semi-enclosed elevated structure. While performing the duties of the job, there may be exposure to any number of elements present in an outdoor environment but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.

Primary Responsibility and Duties

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Technical Capacity
   1. Utilize standard mechanical and electrical instruments including computers.
2. Thoroughness
   1. Process associated documentation, including inspection documents and compliance reports.
   2. Ensure accuracy and quality specifications.
   3. Continuous mental and visual attention required.
3. Organizational Skills
   1. Complete inspection and documentation accurately and efficiently to meet production goals.
   2. Possess effective communication and the ability to follow instructions.
4. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
   1. Be impartial and perform all duties in a professional manner.
   2. Be flexible, punctual, and dependable.
   3. Be available to work day, night, weekend, and/or Holiday shifts (as stated on Conditional Offer).
   4. Maintain a clean and safe work area.
5. Problem Solving/Analysis
   1. Ability to work with or without direct supervision in accordance with laws, instructions and techniques.
6. All Other Duties as Assigned
   1. While it is impossible to list every duty that may be asked of an employee, the employer may ask that an employee do other duties as the business need arises.

Physical Demands

• Climbing stairs.
• Constant standing.
• Constant repetitive use of both hands for grasping and fine manipulation.
• Constant repetitive pushing and pulling of sample tubs (30lbs. - 40lbs.).
• Frequent twisting at the neck and waist.
• Reaching overhead.
• Occasionally lifting up to10 lbs.
• Concentrated mental and visual attention.
• Typing and 10 key.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Full-time seasonal position (hours of work and days vary).
• Eligible for overtime pay (non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act).
• Length of service is relative to the grape harvest.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of three months of related agricultural experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Intermediate written communication and mathematical skills.
• General safety knowledge.

Substitute Eligibility Qualifications

• Completion or Enrollment in 12 semester units may be substituted for 3 months agricultural experience.
• A minimum of 3 months seasonal employment may be substituted for 3 months agricultural experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

All employment is contingent on being medically and functionally qualified for the position. Winegrape Inspection Program, Inc. is an At-Will employer. This means that employment can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time at the option of the company or the option of the employee. This job description is not to be construed as a contract.