Laboratory Technician Textiles

SGS; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join its dynamic team. In this role, you will conduct essential testing on various samples, ensuring compliance with industry standards and protocols. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining high-quality laboratory operations and safety standards. This position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for continuous professional development. If you are passionate about science and eager to make a difference in quality assurance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Continuous professional development

Dynamic, collaborative work environment

Access to cutting-edge technology

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a lab setting with strict safety standards.
• Experience with ASTM, CSPA, ISO testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing and maintain reports.
• Conduct Quality Assurance checks and manage inventory.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Chemical Testing

Physical Testing

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Degree in Textiles or related science

Associates degree in a related scientific field

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Database Management

Job description

Job Description

Summary

As the Laboratory Technician, you will perform performance, chemical, and physical testing of samples such as fabrics, garments, accessories, and other soft goods among others to determine performance properties as well as other characteristics.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Functions

• Perform routine laboratory testing, following the relevant company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and methods. Validate performance on methods as required.
• Test to applicable standards (ASTM, CSPA, ISO, SSC, etc.) and customer-specific protocols.
• Determines the type of testing based on the appropriate guidelines and regulations.
• Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports.
• Responsible for sample breakdown and preparation, including extraction of materials from finished products as required for testing.
• May be required to receive, sort, log client samples into the database, and prepare sample labels.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the day-to-day functioning of the laboratory and in compiling a list of supplies to be ordered when needed.
• Assists in calibration/verification tasks and other ISO 17025 related activities.
• Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Education and Experience

Required:

• High School diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Degree in Textiles or related science
• Associates degree in a related scientific field
• 3+ years working in a lab setting with experience following strict safety standards, or equivalent education and experience

Pay: $21.15 - $26.44/ hour

Additional Information

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

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.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.