Company DescriptionSGS 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.

Job DescriptionUses an applied approach in performing moderate/complex technological functions within laboratory operations including method validationConducts applied standard and experimental testing under the direction of the Technical teamWorks from, detailed specifications and verbal instructionsInterprets and evaluates resultsCalibration and set up of equipment prior to analysisMaintain and record equipment calibrationsMay troubleshoot and repair equipment or components under the guidance of senior team membersDemonstrates advanced knowledge of LIMSDemonstrates advanced knowledge of QMS & may be required to investigate corrective actionsCarries out routine and non-routine equipment maintenanceStrong technical knowledge of instrumentation and analytical techniquesWill approve data without the direction of supervisorInitiative and independent judgment are required in applying standard proceduresMaintains a clean working environmentProvide guidance and training to more junior laboratory personnelFollows all company health, safety, and environmental policiesFollows all Quality system protocols and reports any discrepancies to the SupervisorMay be asked to work in other areas of the Environmental laboratory services department when neededMay be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as neededQualificationsAssociate's degree in an Agricultural or science-related program (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Plant Science, or related field)

• Required0-3 years of experience in agricultural work, physical purity, germination testing
• RequiredBachelor's degree
• PreferredExperience in a laboratory setting
• PreferredAdditional 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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