Laboratory Technician

About the role

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory analysis (hands-on bench work)
• Complete all laboratory reports as applicable
• Understand and keep current with all laboratory analysis methods
• Assist with the maintenance and calibration of equipment
• Understand and keep current with all laboratory safety and reporting techniques
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Willing and able to work shift work and on-call schedule if required
• Good organization skills, detail-oriented, and completes tasks in a timely manner
• Able to work in a routine, repetitive, fast-paced work environment
• Able to stand on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram, electronic, or schedule form
• Acts in accordance with SGS standards of ethics and integrity
• Able to work with all chemicals, petrochemicals, and petroleum products
• Able to manage time effectively and identify ways to increase efficiency and manage workload

Physical Demands

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Occasionally
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Occasionally
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Occasionally
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally up to 25 lbs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Associate degree in a science discipline (Preferred)
• 1-year experience working in a laboratory setting (Preferred)