Laboratory Technician

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. 

Our East Syracuse, NY laboratory is looking for entry-level Laboratory Technicians to join their XRD team  The Laboratory Technician will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Technician works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Technician ensures best quality through adherence to all policies, procedures, and quality verifications. The Laboratory Technician I always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.

Job Functions

• After appropriate training, independently prepares samples for analysis according to SGS' SOPs, using basic instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies.
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of preparation instruments/equipment.
• May assist with validation and MDL studies.
• Inputs and maintains technical information, as needed, to support the laboratory functions/operations.
• May conduct non-interpretive sample analysis and draft analytical reports.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs all required quality verifications, ensuring best quality.
• Monitors inventory levels of chemicals and consumables, ensuring appropriate levels, at all times.
• Ensures all chemicals are labelled appropriately, required personal protective equipment is worn consistently, and all safety precautions are followed.
• Performs other duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent and prior general working experience (Required)
• Associates Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 1-2 years of relevant laboratory experience (Preferred)
• Proficient English language skills (Required)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

This position pays $20-21/hr (dependent on experience) and is eligible for overtime.

In addition, your compensation package includes the following benefits:

• Participation in the Company's benefit programs coincident or following the first of the month in which you are hired.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the Company's 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation
  • Four (4) floating holidays annually
  • Seven (7) company observed holidays paid
  • Sick time accrual 

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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