Lab Analyst I

SGS North America Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Lab Analyst I to prepare and analyze samples with accuracy under SGS SOPs.

The role supports daily production targets and meeting hold and turnaround times, working both independently and as part of a team in a safety-conscious lab environment. The position requires foundational analytical chemistry knowledge, basic math, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; LIMS experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Chemistry or similar with 0–2 years in Analytical Chemistry labs or 3 years in Sample Prep (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or similar with 1–2 years in Analytical Chemistry labs (Preferred)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) (Required)
• Experience with LIMS (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Independently prepares and analyzes samples according to SGS SOPs using department instruments and methodologies
• Performs routine operation, maintenance and calibration of laboratory instruments
• May assist with validation and MDL studies and responses to client inquiries and CARs
• Inputs and maintains technical information to support laboratory functions
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook and adheres to internal standards and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Math skills

MS Office

Analytical chemistry

Education

Associate Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Full-time Compensation: USD 20.00 - USD 22.00 - hourly

Company 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.

Job Description

Our Wilmington, NC laboratory is looking for a Lab Analyst I to join their team! The Lab Analyst I prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Lab Analyst I works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Lab Analyst I understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Lab Analyst I 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 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.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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