Lab Analyst 1

SGS North America Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to prepare and analyze samples with accuracy according to SOPs. The role requires independent work and teamwork to meet daily targets and ensure hold and turnaround times.

The ideal candidate has an associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry with lab experience and familiarity with GC-MS, LIMS, and MS Office. The lab emphasizes safe practices and adherence to standards within a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry or related science with 0–2 years in analytical labs (required) or 3 years in sample prep.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field with 1–2 years’ analytical lab experience (preferred).
• Basic math and reasoning skills (required).
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook/Word) (required).
• Experience with GCMS and Organic methods (preferred).
• Experience with LIMS (preferred).
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull up to 25 lbs (required).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples according to SGS's analytical SOPs using department instruments.
• Perform operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory instruments.
• Assist with validation and MDL studies.
• Assist with investigations and responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• Input and maintain technical information to support lab operations.
• Maintain Laboratory Notebook and adhere to internal standards and procedures.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Math / reasoning

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

GCMS

LIMS

Job description

Full-timeCompany 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 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Our Las Vegas, NV laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join their team! The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Analyst works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Analyst understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Analyst always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.

Job functions

After appropriate training independently prepares and analyzes samples according to SGS' analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologiesPerforms routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipmentMay assist with validation and MDL studies.Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Associate Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 0-2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories OR 3 years of relevant experience (i.e. Sample Prep) (Required)Bachelor's Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 1-2 years of years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) (Required)Experience with GCMS and Organics methods (Preferred)Experience with LIMS (Preferred)Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

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.

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