Sample Reception Technician

SGS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Bank Holidays

Job summary

SGS Bar Hill, Cambridge is seeking a temporary 12-month role to support the processing of samples and assist with purchasing in stores and collections. Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.

The successful candidate will handle samples in retail reception, maintain documented procedures, and participate in required training while complying with SGS quality and safety standards.

Full UK driving license is essential as the role involves driving to sites to pick up samples and bring them back.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory standards.
• Customer service experience.
• Competent user in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Processing of samples in retail sample reception, in accordance with documented procedures.
• To assist in the effective, accurate and efficient purchasing of samples in stores and collections.
• To participate in training, as required by the business’ needs.
• Driving to sites to pick up samples and bring back.

Skills

Customer Service

Laboratory standards

Tools

Excel

Job description

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. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s Food industry services help ensure food safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—supporting businesses across the supply chain from farm to fork.

Job Description

• Job Type: Temporary 12 Months
• Location: Bar Hill, Cambridge
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
• Processing of samples in retail sample reception, in accordance with documented procedures.
• To assist in the effective, accurate and efficient purchasing of samples in stores and collections.
• To participate in training, as required by the business’ needs.
• Driving to sites to pick up samples and bring back

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in:

• Laboratory standards
• Customer Service
• Competent user in Excel

You will also have the following:

• Full UK driving license - ESSENTIAL

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays