Laboratory Technician

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for 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.

• Performs laboratory testing, following relevant company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and methods.
• Prepares a representative subsample from client sample that meets specific requirements using defined methods (Dry, Crush, Pulverize, Pressure Filter, Mix, Riffle Split, etc.).
• Weighs and tests samples on relevant equipment.
• Weighs and digests samples for analysis using relevant equipment.
• Accurately completes and maintains all laboratory reports.
• Receives, sorts and logs client samples into the data base, and prepares samples’ labels.
• Archives, returns, or disposes of client samples as per established procedure.
• Prepares monthly composites.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment.
• Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have preparation or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• May assist Junior Technicians as required.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education and Experience
  • High School diploma or equivalent – Required
  • 3+ years working in Industrial Laboratory or Field Services setting – Required
  • Water Laboratory only:
    Where required by the state law, Post‑secondary (Associate or Bachelor’s) degree in science or minimum 1‑year supervised water testing experience – Required
  • Associate degree in or including some Science – Preferred
  • 5+ years working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards – Preferred
• Licenses / Certifications
  • A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle – Required
  • May be required to obtain 24‑hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS – Required
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Language
    
    Skills:
    
    Intermediate English – Required;
    Advanced level – Preferred
  • Mathematical
    
    Skills:
    
    Basic level – Required;
    Intermediate level – Preferred
  • Reasoning Skills/Abilities:
    Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems – Required
  • Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers – Required
• Travel
  • No travel required.
• Equipment
  • This job operates in a laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones.
  • This role routinely uses sample prep equipment that may include Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Compressed Air.
  • This role routinely uses laboratory equipment/instruments that may include Bottle‑top Dispensers, Eppendorf Pipettes, Balances, Muffle Furnace, Sulfur Analyzer, Compressed gases, and ICP‑OES as needed.
• Physical Demands
  • Stand Constantly
  • Move or traverse Constantly
  • Sit Occasionally
  • Use hands Constantly
  • Reach with hands and arms Frequently
  • Climb or balance Occasionally
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally
  • Talk/hear Frequently
  • Taste/Smell – None
  • Lift/carry/push or pull Frequently 50 lbs.
• Work Schedule
  • Fixed Hour Shift - Days
  • Position requires occasional overtime.
  • Environmental Conditions Requirements:
  • Wet or humid (non‑weather) conditions – Occasionally
  • Work near moving mechanical parts – Frequently
  • Work in high, precarious places – Occasionally
  • Fumes or airborne particles – Frequently
  • Toxic or caustic chemicals – Occasionally
  • Outdoor weather conditions – Occasionally
  • Extreme cold (non‑weather) – None
  • Extrem…