Lab Technician 1

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

SGS Rocklin is a fast growing environmental chemistry laboratory located in Rocklin, CA. Our lab specializes in rush services to our clients providing legally defensible Organic and Inorganic data including but not limited to VOC’s, SVOC’s, PCB’s, Pesticides, metals, inorganic and microbiological analysis. We offer all staff the opportunity to climb the career ladder at SGS Rocklin and cross training is always available and encouraged! We believe in a total team concept and provide frequent employee rewards and recognition programs. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to join a fast-expanding business with limitless opportunities.

Our Rocklin, CA laboratory is looking for a Lab Technician to join their team! The Lab Technician I will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Lab Technician I works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Lab Technician I always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.

• After appropriate training independently prepares 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 and 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 and 1-2 years of years’ relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
• English language skills (Required)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

The hourly rate for this position is $18-20/hour and is eligible for overtime.

In addition, your compensation package includes the following benefits:

• Participation in the Company’s benefit programs coincident or following the first of the month in which you are hired.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the Company’s 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation
  • Four (4) floating holidays annually
  • Seven (7) company observed holidays paid
  • Sick time accrual

Additional Information

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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