SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description
Field Personnel will safely conduct field and office tasks related to field research for which they have adequately been trained to complete. Training will be provided on a task-by-task basis by one of the supervisory personnel.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Safely perform specific duties associated with the conduct of trials as detailed in SGS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). These duties are briefly summarized below:
Assist scientist in all aspects of trial initiation, layout, identification and seed processing.
Plot maintenance, planting and cultivation under direction of Field Scientist or Farm Manager.
Pollinations, Sampling and Field Data collection under direction of Field Scientist.
Apply maintenance and test chemicals under the direction of field management.
Maintain through knowledge of GLP requirements, regulatory guidelines, and SGS SOP's.
Safely complete assigned duties according to applicable SOP's and training.
At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
Must be actively pursuing a degree in an agriculture related field.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
Desired:
sUAS Part 107 license
Pesticide Applicator License
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
Language Skills: English
Mathematical Skills: Basic
Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate
Computer Skills: Basic
Must be able to effectively operate farm equipment, such as tractors, cultivators, and sprayers, and experience with small plot field equipment preferred.
Pesticide Applicator Licensed or the ability to acquire.
Must be detail-oriented, well organized and able to work independently.
Excellent communications skills required.
Must be able to work safely in a fast paced environment.
Ability to handle a variety of projects effectively, efficiently and with confidentiality
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to attend work regularly and dependably.
TRAVEL
Some travel might be local or international.
EQUIPMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
Physical/Sensory Demands Frequency Requirements
Stand Frequently
Move or traverse Frequently
Sit Occasionally
Use hands Constantly
Reach with hands and arms Frequently
Climb or balance Occasionally
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Frequently
Talk/hear Frequently
Taste/Smell None
Lift/carry/push or pull Frequently
Vision Requirement
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)
Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Ability to see color
WORK CONDITIONS / EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Location of the Job: Wyoming, IL, United States
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS REQUIREMENTS
Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions None
Work near moving mechanical pats Frequently
Work in high, precarious places None
Fumes or airborne particles None
Toxic or caustic chemicals Occasionally
Outdoor weather conditions Frequently
Extreme cold (non-weather) None
Extreme heat (non-weather) None
Risk of electrical shock None
Work with explosives None
Risk of radiation None
Vibration None
Bio-hazard Occasionally
Noise Level
Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
