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 brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Hours: 37.5   Monday  - Friday - 9:00 am till 5:00 pm 

Job Location: Trafford Park

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑focused Laboratory Technician to join our Hardlines Department in Trafford Park.  You will play a key role in the routine testing, preparation, and administration of consumer product samples. You will support both the toy, nursery, and chemistry departments, ensuring all testing is completed to high quality standards, equipment is correctly calibrated, and workflows run efficiently to meet customer deadlines. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on laboratory environment, can work independently, and is committed to maintaining excellent quality and safety standards.

• Conduct routine laboratory testing of consumer products, ensuring accurate results and timely turnaround for customers.
• Calibrate, maintain, and record laboratory equipment to support repeatable and reliable testing processes.
• Prepare samples for analysis within the Chemistry Department and assist with sample booking‑in and general administration.
• Maintain laboratory areas to UKAS and Health & Safety standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and compliant workspace.
• Support ongoing quality management by following SGS procedures, contributing to method development, and assisting cross‑department teams when needed.

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths, Science and English or other relevant experience.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for: 

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, 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.

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