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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 olor

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