Temporary Harvest Inspector- Blackfoot

Temporary Harvest Inspector
- Blackfoot - 25052

16.45 - 16.45 USD per hour

Posted 0 weeks ago | Apply before November 8, 2026

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for temporary, non-benefited Inspector 1 positions for harvest in the Agricultural Inspections division in the Blackfoot area.

Although the dates may vary based on the needs of the harvest season, these positions will start approximately between August and run through approximately late October. Temporary Inspectors 1 are employed on a seasonal basis and will be subject to irregular hours and shift work.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION:

This non-classified position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

This position does nothave benefits.

Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this position.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Incumbents in these positions work in a high-volume production setting until all samples are processed. Work involves exposure to extreme cold and heat, wet and humid environments, dust, dirt, exhaust fumes, poorly ventilated areas, noise and odors. Work requires standing for prolonged periods. Incumbents must communicate effectively while exercising tact and diplomacy and work independently with minimal supervision. Incumbents must keep the work area in safe condition and report any hazards to supervisors.

May involve irregular work hours, (partial days and/or long hours), days and times and a rotation to multiple locations. Incumbents will receive on-the-job training in proper sampling and safety procedures. Personal protective equipment may be required. Depending on the facility, incumbents may be required to purchase protective shoes and/or wear ear protection, hard hats, safety glasses, etc.

General duties may include the following:

Forklift operating:

Operate forklift to stage sample containers for inspection. With forklift, unload incoming samples from trucks; move containers to inspection station and place in production states by date and lot number; maintain awareness of flow of samples through inspection station, and select next appropriate sample according to date and lot number; remove and relocate empty containers; perform minor maintenance on forklifts; assist inspectors by physically lifting heavy items.

May require maneuvering a forklift to loading docks across heavy traffic, around cramped, crowded plants, and over drainage gratings and slick floors inside the inspection station; perform related duties as required.

Grading/Raw Lab Technician:

Simultaneously work with a crew of graders to examine product externally and internally according to standards pertaining to size, shape, varietal characteristics, appearance and degree of imperfection using visual inspection, paring knives, small scales and size rings; place commodities in bins by grades and unusable portions; answer questions from new graders on grading procedures and grading decisions; be responsible for accurately determining the grade of commodities for all lots or loads specified for inspection;

assign initial grade to commodities according to Federal and State standards and contract specifications; sample commodity to determine the raw product’s attributes; complete equipment maintenance and sanitation duties; enter testing data into proprietary database. Incumbent may be rotated on an as needed basis between internal and external grading assignments; perform related duties as required.

Sampling:

Use sample tray or automatic sampling apparatus to take appropriate number of samples according to size of bulk load; follow specific sampling procedures to minimize product damage and to ensure accuracy of sample; place appropriate number of samples in composite sample container; label container by date and contract number and attach…