Laboratory Technician - Automotive & Hardgoods

Sgs; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician - Automotive & Hardgoods in Fairfield, NJ. This full-time role offers an hourly pay range of $21.00–$28.00, with compensation reflecting skills and experience.

The position involves preparing and analyzing samples, performing destructive and non-destructive tests, and recording results. The candidate will maintain lab equipment, assist with client inquiries, and support cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Technical education, college coursework, or a degree in science, engineering, technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous laboratory, testing, manufacturing, engineering, quality, or technical experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, laboratory equipment, and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and interpret test results.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn laboratory data-entry and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Sample preparation and analysis following published test methods and company/client SOPs.
• Organize test samples including consumer goods such as DIY items, paper goods, plastic products and shipping containers.
• Prepare test specimens from the samples submitted using hand tools and power tools.
• Perform both destructive and non-destructive physical testing on the samples.
• Record test results in the format specified which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts and electronic data entry.
• Routine operation, maintenance, and validation of laboratory equipment and instruments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Laboratory equipment operation

Data entry

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Technical education or degree in science/engineering/related field

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Laboratory Technician - Automotive & Hardgoods

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 21 - USD 28 - hourly

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Primary Responsibilities

Sample preparation and analysis following published test methods and company/client SOPs.

Specifically These Responsibilities Are To

• Organize test samples including consumer goods such as DIY items, paper goods, plastic products and shipping containers
• Prepare test specimens from the samples submitted using hand tools and power tools
• Perform both destructive and non-destructive physical testing on the samples
• Record test results in the format specified which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts and electronic data entry
• Routine operation, maintenance, and validation of laboratory equipment and instruments
• Assist in the investigation of, response to, and follow-up of client inquiries and complaints
• May assist in limited internal and external technical support to marketing, sales, customer services, and clients regarding test, report, and other technical information
• Coordinate with other laboratory technicians and/or assistants on sample receiving, logging, pretreatment, preparation, testing and other tasks
• Conduct multiple projects within tight deadlines
• Other projects and tasks assigned by company and supervisors
• Ability to lift and move sample boxes up to 25 lbs

Education & Qualifications

Technical education, college coursework, or a degree in science, engineering, technology, or a related field is preferred.

Previous laboratory, testing, manufacturing, engineering, quality, or technical experience preferred.

Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, laboratory equipment, and instrumentation.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and interpret test results.

Basic computer skills and the ability to learn laboratory data-entry and reporting systems.

• Must be able to meet the following performance requirements:
• Familiarity with Laboratory Quality and Operations systems
• Windows-based computer programs including MS Word, and Excel
• May work with limited guidance, independently or as part of a team.
• Takes initiative to learn and grow. Able to learn and apply new technologies and instruments

Compensation

The expected salary for this position is $21.00 to $28.00 per 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.

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• 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

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

Position anticipated to close November 30, 2026.

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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