Seasonal Peanut Worker

• There will be no open, walk-in interview event this year. All candidates must apply online & selected candidates will be invited to a scheduled interview.

Kennett, MO

• There will be no open, walk-in interview event this year. All candidates must apply online & selected candidates will be invited to a scheduled interview.

The Missouri Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection and Warehousing Division has several positions available for Seasonal Peanut Inspectors in Kennett, Missouri. An employee in this position performs semi-skilled manual work obtaining peanut samples, and performing basic technician and inspection functions. No prior experience is necessary.

• New employee base rate: $16.00 per hour
• 1.5x overtime pay (hours worked over 40 each week, Sat-Fri)
• Paid twice per month
• Paid on-the-job training

• Temporary work from early September to early November
• Two shifts are available (AM and PM)
• Scheduled days off

Ideal candidates are consistently available for at least 3 full days throughout the week, and at least 1 weekend day.

• Receives on-the-job training in the peanut sampling & inspection procedures
• Obtains representative samples utilizing specified procedures through operation of machinery and manual devices
• Assists inspectors in analyzing samples to determine factors of quality, condition, size, and/or moisture of peanuts
• Completes handwritten work records in a legible manner
• Completes electronic work records in an efficient, accurate manner
• Performs basic math computations with a calculator
• Maintains a clean work environment, including equipment
• Performs other related work as assigned

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED/equivalent OR completion of tenth grade with some work experience
• Reliable attendance & communication with supervisors
• Reliable transportation to and from the inspection office in Kennett, MO

• Individuals in this position will be working at a peanut facility and will be in direct contact with peanuts. Individuals with peanut allergies or those living with individuals with peanut allergies should consider the risks of this position.
• Ability to perceive minor distinctions in color and odor
• Ability to frequently lift a minimum of 15 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds to a height of five feet
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (>90% of duties)
• Ability to work at a height of 25 feet while sampling (not required for all)
• Ability to adapt to and work in an environment that may include factors such as noise, foul air, peanut dust, inclement weather, extreme heights and moving machinery.
• Ability to understand and effectively follow instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and their employees, others in the trade, and the general public.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

This is a temporary non-benefited position.

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