Agricultural Commodity Grader (Grain)

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Job Description

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Determines the grade of grain and related commodities and makes independent decisions on difficult and borderline grade determinations.
• Conducts stowage examinations on ship holds, barges, hopper cars, and other containers to insure cleanliness and acceptability of storage and handling facilities.
• Inspects and check tests equipment and diverter samplers used for official inspection.
• Ensures accurate weights and accurate documentation of events that support the official weight certificates.
• Acts as a lead and point of contact for elevator personnel and FGIS field management.
• May be required to be proficient in grading additional grains, be familiar with various types of material handling systems and weighing equipment, and perform the full range of weighing activities.