Laboratory Technician I

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

SUMMARY

This position will provide support to the lab and assist with preparing and testing samples.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Keeps laboratory equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

• Assists chemists and scientists with a variety of laboratory tasks.

• Collects, analyzes and processes laboratory samples.

• Performs laboratory testing activities according to written procedures, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED Required

• Previous lab work experience Preferred

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• NA

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures

TRAVEL

• No travel required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Physical/Sensory Demands Frequency Requirements:

• Stand Frequently

• Move or traverse Occasionally

• Sit Frequently

• Use hands Frequently

• Reach with hands and arms Occasionally

• Climb or balance Occasionally

• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally

• Talk/hear Frequently

• Taste/Smell None

• Lift/carry/push or pull Occasionally 20 kg

WORK CONDITIONS / EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Location of the Job Vancouver, WA

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Day Shift 

•Longer hours, evenings and/or weekend work will be necessary occasionally/frequently as job duties demand

Environmental Conditions Requirements:

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions: None

• Work near moving mechanical parts:  None

• Work in high, precarious places: None

• Fumes or airborne particles: None

• Toxic or caustic chemicals: None

• Outdoor weather conditions: None

• Extreme cold (non-weather): None

• Extreme heat (non-weather): None

• Risk of electrical shock: None

• Work with explosives: None

• Risk of radiation: None

• Vibration: None

• Bio-hazard: None

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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