Sr, Laboratory Technician

Company DescriptionWe 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.

Job DescriptionThe Senior Lab Technician will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. Always follow safe laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.

Performs sample preparation and basic analyses on samples of different complexity (routine, moderate complexity and complex) according to SGS' analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologiesPerforms routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and trouble-shoots applicable laboratory instruments / equipment.

Supports the development and validation of analytical methods, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other operating, safety and quality documents for method development, transfer, and validation studies.

Provides technical training, advice, and support to new and cross training techniciansMay assist investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.

Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.

Manages multiple tasks as assigned.

Maintains Laboratory Notebook.

Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as required.

QualificationsHigh school diploma (Required)5+ years of years' relevant experience in sample prep laboratories (Required)Associates Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)Additional InformationSGS 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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