Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
Inspect agricultural products
Inspect processing methods
Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
Oversee the quarantine, treatment or destruction of plants and plant products
Prepare reports
Inspect the cleanliness and practices of establishment employees
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English or French
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: 5 years or more
Work setting Rural area
Remote location
Willing to relocate
Staff accommodation available
Tasks Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
Inspect agricultural products
Inspect processing methods
Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
Oversee the quarantine, treatment or destruction of plants and plant products
Prepare reports
Inspect the cleanliness and practices of establishment employees
Computer and technology knowledge Database software
Internet
Spreadsheet
Technical experience Processing methods
Sampling
Sanitation and hygiene
Processing facilities
Industrial processes and products experience Quality assurance and control
Area of work experience Government regulatory inspection
Production
Product inspection experience Plants and plant products
Geographical areas of specialization Ontario and/or Quebec
Area of specialization Agriculture
Horticulture and/or gardening
Security and safety Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information Own transportation
Parking paid by employer
Own vehicle
Public transportation is not available
Travel expenses not paid by employer
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Repetitive tasks
Attention to detail
Sitting
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Organized
Team player
Screening questions Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options Shift
Flexible hours
Employment terms options Day
Health benefits Dental plan
Disability perks
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Pension plan
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits Long-term care insurance
Other Benefits Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
On-site amenities
On-site housing options
On-site recreation and activities
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Wellness program
Support for persons with disabilities Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
Does not require Canadian work experience
Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for mature workers Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)
Supports for visible minorities Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)