Laboratory Analyst

Livonia, MI, United States

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About the Position

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Our Livonia, MI laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join their team! The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance with SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Analyst works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Analyst understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Laboratory Analyst always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment. The primary analysis tools are general chemistry techniques, GC-MS, Titrations, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and Mercury analysis and preparations.

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Responsibilities

• After appropriate training, independently prepares and analyzes samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies.
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipment.
• May assist with validation and MDL studies.
• Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
• 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 assigned.

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Requirements

• Education:
  • Associate Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 0-2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories OR 3 years of relevant experience (i.e., Sample Prep) (Required)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline and 1-2 years of relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
• Skills:
  • Advanced English language skills (Required)
  • Strong mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
  • Basic computer skills (Required)
  • Ability to lift/carry/push or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

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We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a leading global company
• Professional development and growth opportunities

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About the Company

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW). We are 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.

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