Job Description

The Technician, Chemistry Laboratory conducts routine analytical work performed on client-specific projects and assists other Analysts in the completion of their tasks. Participates in departmental efforts directed toward equipment maintenance and calibration.

• Provides support to technical staff in their efforts to ensure that routine testing submitted by clients is completed within established parameters governing turnaround time, quality specifications, etc.
• Performs routine testing in conjunction with client-specific projects
• Works together with technical staff to ensure that all reasonable client requests pertaining to the conduct of a given test are met in a timely and ultimately effective manner
• Participates in departmental and/or company-wide projects designed to improve the nature of SGS client services
• Provides support to all reasonable requests from Analysts and management pertaining to the conduct of a given test or group of tests are met in a timely and effective manner
• Provides the Administrative Laboratory Supervisor or Manager with appropriate notification of any special requests regarding sample log-in, reporting, and billing activities
• Participates in creating and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork throughout the laboratory
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to train on applicable general SOPs pertaining to the Analytical Laboratory
• Studies / becomes familiar with GMP/GLP and ISO requirements as these pertain to work performed in the Analytical Laboratory
• Participates in general staff training sessions as these are scheduled
• Participates in departmental efforts directed toward equipment maintenance and calibration
• Maintains and archives historical data
• Adheres to relevant SGS SOPs governing official records and documentation

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a science-related field
• Some experience in an Analytical Chemistry lab preferred

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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