Chemist

Chemist

Handles samples, performs analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies.

• Handles samples and performs analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methodology
• Maintains and verifies equipment
• Reports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisor
• Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methods
• Identifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field or commercial laboratory experience Required
• 3+ years of prior laboratory experience in related work Required

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  English
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic level of knowledge
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities:
  Basic level

ADDITIONAL KSAS

• Proficient Computer Skills
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite required, experience with LIMS system

EQUIPMENT

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.
• Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, Gene Up, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System.

Location:

North Sioux City, SD

Our Benefits

• Health:
  Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth:
  In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth:
    Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance:
    Paid-time off and family leave

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.