Quality Control Inspector

Cooperative Agricultural Support Services Authorit•Lodi, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cooperative Agricultural Support Services (CASS) is a Joint Powers Authority that was originally formed as a partnership between the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Counties of Yolo and Trinity. Since that time, CASS’ services have expanded throughout California to support the agricultural industry and the consumers of its products by providing human resources and administrative support services. CASS works with programs administered by CDFA, county agricultural commissioners, and other public agencies. Our current work includes: Agricultural Commodity Grading Program, Grading using County, State, and Federal standards, Emergency Pest Detection Trapping and Survey program, and Professional Develop and Educational Training. We are seeking enthusiastic Almond Quality Control inspectors to join our Inspection and Compliance Department!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
Valid driver's license with safe driving record
Demonstrate the basic knowledge of the following: Federal/State/Industry relations, Licensee responsibilities/authority, Proper use of inspection equipment, Sampling procedures: Harvesting, packing, and/or processing methods, Product grading for size, quality, and condition defects, Application of tolerances in the applicable standard, Note sheet and certificate preparation.
Must be available to travel throughout the state as required.
Attendance, punctuality, and dependability are essential to the proper operation of CASS’s program.
Must demonstrate the ability to interpret, understand, and conform to written and oral instructions; and contact appropriate supervision for assistance and/or guidance in performing the duties of their position.
Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills
Excellent Time Management and Organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle conflict in a tactful and professional manner

Responsibilities

Select and evaluate samples of various commodities.
Grading, sorting, counting, and sampling work in connection with agricultural commodities.
Prepare samples for titration (sugar/acid ratio) testing and pressure testing to determine degree of ripeness.
Examine the quality, size and/or condition of selected samples using state, federal or industry standards and language.
Accurately and carefully maintain daily reports of work including, but not limited to: Inspection Field Notes, Inspection Certificates, Inspector’s Daily Report.
Ensure provided equipment is available, in working order, and always secured.
Participate in safety and commodity inspection training as required.