Laboratory Analyst, Environmental Health & Safety

SGS North America Inc.; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Online training courses

Paid time off

Family leave

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. in New Jersey seeks an analytical chemist for full-time lab work, performing sample preparation and analysis per SOPs.

You will operate instruments, ensure hold/turnaround times, and follow safety protocols in a collaborative team environment. Requirements include an Associate Degree in Chemistry or a related field; 0–2 years in analytical labs or 3 years in sample prep; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline is required.
• 0–2 years in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories or 3 years in sample prep required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant analytical chemistry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples according to SGS's analytical SOPs.
• Perform routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipment.
• May assist with validation and MDL studies.
• Assist with investigation and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• Inputs and maintains technical information to support laboratory functions/operations.

Education

Associate Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Full-time Compensation

Full-time Compensation: USD 22 - USD 23 - 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

Prepare and analyze samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. Understand and apply basic analytical chemistry principles. Always follow safe laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.

JOB FUNCTIONS

After appropriate training independently prepare and analyze samples according to SGS' analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies.

Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipment

May 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.

We are hiring in the following departments: PFA Semi-volatiles (SVOA) Volatiles (VOA) Metals Air General Chemistry

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline Required
• 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 Preferred
• 1-2 years of years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories Preferred

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $22-$23/hour. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave

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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