Grain Weighing Technician

INTRODUCTION: 

Who We Are: The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) works hard to protect and promote Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. As an agency, we strive to serve the people of Wisconsin assuring: safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. To successfully attain these goals, we recognize our success hinges on the diverse, well qualified, dedicated staff we employ and retain.

What We're Looking For: The DATCP’s Division of Trade and Consumer Protection is recruiting for a Grain Weighing Technician to fill an employment opportunity with the Bureau of Business Trade Practices. 

This position will be headquartered in Superior.

Employee Benefits: The State of Wisconsin offers an excellent benefits package, which includes 17.5 days (for non-Exempt) of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options, and an exceptional retirement plan!

By working for Wisconsin State Government, you may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please click the link for details. 

Click here to check out what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about! 

This posting may be used to fill future similar vacancies.

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

This position performs responsible work in the Grain Inspection Program, including technical weighing duties, sampling of grain carriers, and preparing samples for inspection. Supervision is of a limited nature at the direction of the designated lead worker at the elevator site, the Grain Operations Manager and/or the Assistant Grain Operations Manager.

For more information, review the full position description.

SALARY INFORMATION: 

The classification for this position is Grain Weighing Technician which is in schedule-range 06-12 with starting pay will be $21.55 per hour. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan at the time of hire. A 12-month probationary period is required. 

JOB DETAILS: 

DATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID.  Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide one’s own transportation for work purposes is required.

Must possess and maintain a USDA-FGIS Grain Weighing License. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimally qualified candidates will have each of the following:

• Must possess a current USDA-FGIS Grain Weighing License
• Experience in an agriculture or food manufacturing setting (product/facility inspections, dairy plants/farms, etc.)

You must attach supporting documentation of your USDA-FGIS Grain Weighing License Information to indicate that you meet the above qualifications.

It is critically important your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated criteria. The job experts who evaluate your application materials must be able to make an accurate assessment regarding your qualifications. Applicants who do not meet at least the minimum qualifications or who do not clearly identify minimum qualifications will be ineligible to continue in the selection process.

HOW TO APPLY: 

If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: # 16061 to complete your application for this posting.

DATCP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.  For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website. 

To be considered for this position, you will need to create an account in Wisc.jobs (if you don’t already have one) and apply online via the “Apply for Job” button listed on the top right of the announcement page. You will be required to upload a current resume and FGIS License Info sheet that clearly describes your qualifications and experience as they relate to the qualifications listed in this job posting. For more applicant resources, including tips on how to write a resume and letter of qualifications, click here. 

Your material will be evaluated by one or more job experts. Candidates who are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process, starting with those candidates who are deemed most qualified.

For general WiscJobs user information and technical assistance, please check out the Commonly Asked Questions. Please address questions regarding the application process to Varinderjit Kaur at Varinderjit.Kaur1@wisconsin.gov.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 

The deadline to apply for this position is at 11:59 p.m. on December 2, 2024.