Lab Technician - General Chemistry at SGS North America Inc. in Dayton

Job Title:

Entry-Level Lab Technician I

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. 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 Dayton, NJ laboratory is seeking an entry-level Lab Technician I to join their General Chemistry team! The Lab Technician I will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. Always follow safe laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.

Job Functions:

• After appropriate training independently prepare samples for analysis according to SGS' analytical SOPs using basic instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of prep instruments/equipment
• May assist with validation and MDL studies.
• Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations.
• Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma (Required)
• 0-2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories or prior experience working with one's hands (Required)
• Associates Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)
• 1-2 years of years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  English (Required)
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities:
  Basic (Required)
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic (Required)
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

Compensation:

The expected salary range for this position is $20 - $22 hourly. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications. In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

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.