Lab Technician

Lab Technician I

Our Scarborough, ME laboratory is seeking an entry-level Lab Technician to join their 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)
• 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)

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.