Laboratory Technician

SGS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global company as a Laboratory Technician in Cambridge, focusing on sample preparation and extraction in the food industry. You'll ensure compliance with quality systems and maintain safety protocols while enjoying a supportive team environment and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Performance-related bonuses

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Discounted gym memberships

Electric vehicle leasing scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Service awards

Christmas vouchers

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment preferred.
• Experience in food and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and extraction following SGS-approved SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and SGS quality systems.
• Maintain organized, auditable laboratory records.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Proactive Learning

Job description

As a global leader in sustainability, quality, and integrity, our 99,600-strong workforce across 2,600 offices and labs is dedicated to fostering a safer, more connected world. Our services impact every facet of daily life, enhancing the safety of food, consumer products, transport, and healthcare, to advancing nuclear industry testing. Your role is crucial in providing safer products, superior services, and maintaining societal connectivity.

At SGS, We're committed to recognising the dedication and effort of our team. By joining us, you'll have access to a range of benefits including performance-related bonuses, private medical cover, a competitive pension scheme with life assurance, and a generous annual leave allowance that grows with your service. Enjoy extra perks like a day off for your birthday, discounted gym memberships, retail discounts, an electric vehicle leasing scheme, enhanced parental leave, service awards, Christmas vouchers, and health & wellbeing initiatives.

• Job Title:Laboratory Technician
• Job Type:Permanent
• Location:Cambridge
• Hours:37.5hoursper week, Monday- Friday 9-5

Job Description

SGS is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Contaminants Laboratory team (Food industry). You will be responsible for sample preparation and extraction.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and extraction following SGS-approved SOPs.
• Ensure all laboratory activities comply with ISO 17025 and SGS quality systems.
• Report any equipment or instrumentation failures to senior staff.
• Maintain organized, auditable laboratory records.
• Complete daily tasks efficiently to support operational output.
• Maintain a safe working environment, following Health & Safety protocols.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a laboratory environment (preferred but not essential)
• Experience in working with food and fast paced environments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Good organisational skills to maintain records and compliance.
• Proactive approach to learning and development.

Why Join SGS?

• Work with a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification.
• Career development opportunities and training support.
• Collaborative team environment where your work makes a real impact.

If you’re looking to develop your laboratory career with a company committed to quality, safety, and integrity, we’d love to hear from you!

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, colour, 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.

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