Lab Technician I - Metals

SGS North America Inc.; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. in Dayton, NJ is seeking a Laboratory Technician for the Metals department.

The role involves preparing and disposing of samples, maintaining archives, and supporting analysts to meet daily targets while following SOPs and safety practices. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in chemistry or a related field (preferred), advanced English, strong basic math and reasoning skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Advanced English language skills required.
• Basic reasoning and mathematical abilities required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Associate's degree in chemistry or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispose samples according to SGS SOPs.
• Maintain sample archival and disposal as per SOPs.
• Perform routine operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with investigation and responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• Maintain Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Cross training with other departments.

Skills

Advanced English

Reasoning & math

Computer skills

Lifting 25 lbs

Education

Associate's degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

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 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 Dayton, NJ laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join their Metals department! The Laboratory Technician prepares and disposes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Technician works jointly with analysts to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Technician understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Technician always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.

Job Functions

• After appropriate training independently prepares and disposes samples according to SGS' analytical SOPs.
• Maintain sample archival and disposal per SGS' analytical SOPs.
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Cross training with other departments expected.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)
• Advanced English language skills (Required)
• Basic reasoning and mathematical skills (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

Salary

Full-time Compensation: USD 20 - USD 22 - hourly

The position has an hourly pay rate of $20/hour

Job Location

Dayton, NJ

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.

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