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SGS North America, Inc. Laboratory Technician, Jr. in Denver, Colorado
Company Description
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.
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Laboratory Technician, Junior under immediate supervision performs routine laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development by performing the following duties.
Job Functions
- Performs routine 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 digest samples for analysis, using relevant equipment.
- May completes and maintain laboratory reports.
- Receives, sorts and logs client samples into the database, and prepares samples' labels.
- Archives, returns, or disposes of client samples as per established procedure.
- Prepares monthly composites.
- May 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 as required.
- Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
- May also have preparation or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent Required
- No experience required, unless required by state law Required
Water lab only: Where required by state law, Post-secondary degree in science, or minimum 1 year supervised water testing experience. Required LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
A valid and current Driver's license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle.
May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
Language Skills: Intermediate English Required, Advanced level Preferred
- Mathematical Skills: Basic Required, Intermediate 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
- Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe Required
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations Required
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Required
- Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision Required
Team player attitude, customer care focus Required COMPUTER SKILLS
MS Office (Word, E cel) - Intermediate user proficiency Preferred 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,