Agricultural Inspector jobs in Erie, PA

Agricultural Inspector inspects and ensures conformance to quality standards using written specifications. May require 5 years experience in Agricultural Inspection and a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being an Agricultural Inspector applies wide range of concepts, practices, and procedures within a specific field of specialization. Works under minimum supervision. Additionally, Agricultural Inspector assignments are broad and complex in nature. Typically reports to a manager or head of the unit. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Produce and Agricultural Coordinator
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA
  • Erie, PA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: Procure produce and other agricultural products to meet the nutritional needs a food insecure families in our 11 county service area. Procurement methods will include solicitation of donations, purchasing products, and other hybrid methods. Maintain excellent relationships with local, regional, state and national donors of agricultural products. Coordinate seasonal gleaning program and serve as a support and back up to the Food Rescue and Food Sourcing Coordinators.

    In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

    1. Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.

    2. Interact professionally with other employees and external customers.

    3. Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.

    4. Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with others.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. This list is not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

    · Work to maximize acquisition of affordable products from Pennsylvania growers, with an emphasis on produce.

    · Work across teams and with Inventory Control Coordinator to forecast demand and acquire sufficient quantity and quality of produce to meet demand—while adhering to Just in Time methodologies to preserve quality and prevent loss of product to spoilage.

    · Provide technical assistance to food bank staff regarding produce handling and storage.

    · Participate in budget planning; track and monitor produce budget and work to maximize value of product secured in relation to resources expended to procure it.

    · Conduct research to identify and recruit new donors and vendors, specifically farmers and producers of agricultural products. Build and maintain donor relationships; cultivate donor stewardship strategies for long-term donor retention. Collaborate to ensure that donor cultivation efforts are well coordinated, executed, evaluated, and tracked.

    · Coordinate the Gleaning Program by communicating with growers to solicit donations of gleaned crops. Conduct gleaning projects and collaborate with our Development Department and agencies to recruit and expand gleaning volunteer base. Supervise volunteers at glean events.

    · Collaborate with Development Department, external vendors, and member agencies, to plan and execute logistics for direct deliveries of both loose and pre-packed produce boxes.

    · Work with Accounting Department to coordinate efficient handling and approvals of purchasing and receiving documents to pay vendors.

    · Promote the mission of Second Harvest Food Bank to organizations, associations, and donors through marketing materials and attendance at conferences and industry events to increase awareness and develop new connections for Second Harvest.

    · Collect, analyze and report meaningful, actionable data on food sourcing activities.

    · Implement onsite routine visitation plan to donors.

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in supply chain management, agriculture, food studies or related field or equivalent amount of training and experience.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    · Knowledge of best practices for produce handling and/or direct agricultural experience required with two years’ experience in procurement or agriculture preferred.

    · Position requires excellent organizational skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team, including leading teams of volunteers; flexibility and good judgment; ability to maintain a positive attitude and work environment.

    · Ability to work in a fast paced and fluid donation environment.

    · Ability to analyze data and derive business insights.

    · Strong written and verbal communicator with interpersonal skills for networking and relationship management.

    · Must be able to travel within network 50% of the time in the growing season.

    · Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be willing to work beyond normal working hours, when necessary.

    · Proficient in MS Office applications.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $17.91 - $21.57 per hour

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Shift:

    • Day shift

    Weekly day range:

    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed

    Work Location: In person

  • 22 Days Ago

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Inspector
  • Joe Knows Energy
  • Meadville, PA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for distribution inspectors for a long-term poly opportunity in Meadville, PA. You will be responsible for inspecting approximately 35 crews made up of both union / no-union contractors...
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Field inspector
  • H & S Loss Control Inspections
  • Meadville, PA FULL_TIME
  • Qualified Field Inspectors for Insurance Loss Control are needed in your area! Immediate placement available. Pay : We pay a competitive standard flat fee per case -based on customer as well as, inspe...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Quality Inspector
  • RGS Products Inc.
  • Cochranton, PA FULL_TIME
  • RGS Products Inc. is a family-owned, growing architectural railing and metals company in Northwest Pennsylvania.Average works hours are from 6:00A-4:00P, with OT as needed. Compensation is determined ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Distribution Inspector
  • Joe Knows Energy
  • Erie, PA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for distribution inspectors for a long-term poly opportunity in Erie, Pennsylvania.You will be responsible for inspecting approximately 35 crews made up of both union/no-union contracto...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Quality Inspector
  • Remedy Staffing
  • Fairview, PA FULL_TIME,TEMPORARY
  • Local manufacturer is hiring immediately for a Quality Inspector. We are looking for a self-motivated team player with excellent communication skills who, with attention to detail, can work in a team ...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Hospice Nurse Practitioner - PRN
  • Interim HealthCare
  • Erie, PA
  • As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP) you will be called to care when you’re needed most. As part of Interim HealthCare, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cloud Architect
  • Cybernetic Search
  • Erie, PA
  • Cybernetic Search has partnered with a property and casualty insurance company offering auto, home, business, and life i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Service Manager
  • LanceSoft, Inc.
  • Erie, PA
  • The CSR will manage all aspects of the Customer accounts assigned. They will answer requests, provide price quotation fo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Environmental Program Manager (Hybrid)
  • Latitude, Inc.
  • Erie, PA
  • Details: Salary: $130,000 - 160,000/year This position allows for 2-3 days per week remote / work from home. MAJOR RESPO...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LIFE INSURANCE SALES AGENT REMOTE
  • The Janet Brennan Agency
  • Erie, PA
  • Why work with us? Have your Life & Health Insurance license? Are you willing to put in the study for a week to pass the ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full Stack Java Developer _ Direct Hire _ Onsite _ Erie, PA
  • Kaeppel Consulting
  • Erie, PA
  • Kaeppel Consulting is actively seeking a "Full Stack Java Developer" for a client in the Insurance industry. This is a D...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Lead Guidewire Developer _ Direct Hire _ Onsite _ Erie, PA
  • Kaeppel Consulting
  • Erie, PA
  • Kaeppel Consulting is actively seeking a "Senior Lead GuideWire Developer" for a client in the Insurance industry. This ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Attorney
  • Rust Belt Business Law
  • Erie, PA
  • Are you an experienced lawyer with business acumen? If you love advising and advocating for business owners, and you've ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Erie (/ˈɪəri/; EER-ee) is a city on the south shore of Lake Erie and the county seat of Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States. Named for the lake and the Native American Erie people who lived in the area until the mid-17th century, Erie is the fourth-largest city in Pennsylvania, as well as the largest city in Northwestern Pennsylvania, with a population of 101,786 at the 2010 census. The estimated population in 2017 had decreased to 97,369. The Erie metropolitan area, equivalent to all of Erie County, consists of 276,207 residents. The Erie-Meadville, PA Combined Statistical Area has a pop...
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Income Estimation for Agricultural Inspector jobs
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Erie, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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