Laboratory Supervisor

About the role

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

The role involves supervision of laboratory testing operations and staff conducting analysis and reporting of various products such as crude oil, fuel oils, middle distillates, petroleum and petrochemicals, LPG & LNG gases, etc.; assisting clients in explaining laboratory analysis; determining authenticity of Laboratory Certificates of Analysis; receiving client orders for submitted samples, tracking job progress and reporting status; maintaining thorough understanding of sampling techniques; ensuring compliance with Laboratory Q.A. Manual and Safety Manual; performing testing and analysis and other assigned duties; quality control of laboratory solutions and standards; complying with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct; managing timekeeping for direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory testing operations and staff conducting analysis and reporting of various products (crude oil, fuel oils, middle distillates, petroleum and petrochemicals, LPG & LNG gases, etc.)
• Assist clients in explaining laboratory analysis
• Determine authenticity of Laboratory Certificates of Analysis
• Receive client orders for submitted samples, follow up on job progress and report status to clients
• Maintain thorough understanding of sampling techniques
• Assure compliance with Laboratory Q.A. Manual and Safety Manual
• Perform testing and analysis, as well as other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Perform quality control of laboratory solutions and standards
• Comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct at all times
• Manage timekeeping for direct reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, with emphasis in chemistry or other related field (Required)
• 3‑5 years of experience in a management and/or supervisory role (Required)
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas industry (Preferred)
• Prior experience with instrumentation and calibrations (Required)