Laboratory Technician at SGS North America Inc. in Fairfield, New Jersey

Job Description:

Company 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 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.




Job Description



•As a Laboratory Technician, under general supervision, performs laboratory tests to determine the performance, chemical, and/or physical composition of consumer products.


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

• Performs routine laboratory testing, following the relevant company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and methods. Validate performance on methods as required.


• This position conducts sample preparation, extractions, and digestion of various organic and inorganic substances for consumer product testing purposes.


• Perform extractions in order to prepare samples for instrumentation.


• Digests samples to support testing needs.


• Coordinates samples submitted for Chemistry testing by the Central Processing team.


• Confirms that the samples submitted are enough to perform the required/requested testing


• 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.


• Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment.


• May be required to receive, sort, log client samples into the database, and prepare sample labels.


• May be required to archive, return, or dispose of client samples as per the established procedure.


• 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 are worn at all times.


• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures


• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Associates Degree in Chemistry or related scientific disciplines preferred


• Working in a lab setting with experience following strict safety standards, or equivalent education and experience

• Bachelor's Degree or above in related scientific disciplines

• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word) - Basic user proficiency required


• Ability to work independently under the direct supervision


• Ability to execute detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions


• Ability to read and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals


• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations


• Ability to follow directions to ensure the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe