Laboratory Technician II Metrology

SGS; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus target

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

SGS is seeking a qualified lab equipment specialist to maintain instrument readiness and ensure regulatory compliance during testing activities. You will interpret calibration records, lead Out-of-Tolerance resolutions, and support improvement projects across the department.

You will prepare validation and requalification protocols, coordinate external calibration, and work with metrology to qualify or retire equipment within the laboratory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or science-related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment.
• Advanced knowledge of routine calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of GC, HPLC, UV, FTIR.
• Able to think analytically and solve problems.
• Familiarity with word processing and database software.
• Advanced language proficiency and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment readiness within regulatory parameters to meet customer testing requests.
• Assist interpretation of calibration records during on-site audits.
• Lead in resolving Out-of-Tolerance events.
• Support management in addressing corrective or preventive actions related to equipment.
• Ensure lab staff have needed help on equipment to complete studies.
• Prepare protocols for validation and requalification of equipment and maintain schedules.
• Prepare impact assessment reports for equipment involved in out-of-tolerance events.
• Coordinate outside calibration testing when needed.
• Collaborate with metrology management on equipment qualification or retirement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Biology or science field

Tools

GC

HPLC

UV

FTIR

Job 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

• Maintain equipment readiness within established parameters governing regulatory compliance expectations so that all reasonable customer requests pertaining to the conduct of testing are met in a timely and effective manner
• Assist in the interpretation of calibration records requested by customers during on-site audits
• Participate in department and/or company-wide projects designed to improve the nature of customer service
• Play the lead role in the resolution of Out-of-Tolerance events
• Assist Management in addressing and resolving Corrective or Preventive actions as they relate to equipment
• Ensure that testing staff working in the laboratory receive the help and cooperation they need on equipment used to successfully complete their studies
• Prepare protocols related to the validation and requalification of equipment and ensure all schedules are being maintained
• Prepare impact assessment reports for the equipment involved in out-of-tolerance events
• Coordinate outside calibration testing for equipment as needed
• Work closely with department and metrology management in the qualification or retiring of equipment within the laboratory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a science-related field Required
• 3+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment, working with general lab equipment Required
• Advanced knowledge of routine calibration, maintenance & troubleshooting techniques across relevant scientific instruments such as GC, HPLC, UV, FTIR, etc. Hands-on experience is preferred.
• Able to think analytically; problem-solving skills are essential
• Knowledge of and familiarity with word processing and database software required
• Advanced language proficiency is required
• Solid organizational skills required
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks
• Must be able to convey complex ideas in easily understandable terms to both internal staff and customers

Additional Information

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 wellness programs
• Wealth:Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth:Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance:Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)

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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