Laboratory Analyst

Job Description

Prepare and analyze 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. Understand and apply basic analytical chemistry principles. Always follow safe laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.

· Prepare and analyze samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies

· Perform analytical measurements that are both accurate and precise

· Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met

· Understand and apply basic analytical chemistry principles.

· Make standards and reagents as required and document work appropriately.

· Use and update LIMS to track and manage workload.

· Follow safe practices and maintain a safe working environment.

· Work with the Senior Analysist to manage workload

· Apply technical judgment to determine potential problems for samples

· Calibrate instrumentation

· Process and report analytical results

· Update and load work into LIMS. Use LIMS for appropriate background information.

· Use technical judgment to determine the appropriate analytical approach for various sample matrices

· Appropriately use lab applications.

· Track instrument quality control.

· Appropriately follow safety, operational integrity and quality control requirements for the work that is done

Qualifications

· A degree or diploma in a science field with relevant lab classes or equivalent experience

· Environmental laboratory experience a plus

None

· Language Skills: English

· Must be able to perform analytical measurements that are both accurate and precise

· Must have the ability to read and follow documented procedures, SOPs, safety rules, and operating and maintenance instructions

· Knowledge and understanding of basic analytical chemistry principles

· Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Some analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are a requirement of this position. Must have some understanding of process and workflow

· Manual dexterity required. Must be able to perform some repetitive tasks with accuracy and precision

· Computer Skills: The ability to use common software (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, LIMS) is required

· Experience with LIMS an asset

· Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasm

· Demonstrates upmost level of integrity in all instances and shows respect towards others and towards company principles.

· Excellent time management skills which includes the ability to balance multiple projects concurrently (with different deadlines) and arrange the resources necessary to accomplish them.

Not required

This job primarily operates in a laboratory environment. This role routinely uses lab equipment and computers

Stand - Constantly

Move or traverse - Constantly

Sit - Occasionally

Use hands - Constantly

Reach with hands and arms - Constantly

Climb or balance - None

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - None

Talk/hear - Constantly

Taste/Smell - None

Lift/carry/push or pull – Occasionally

· Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks for sustained periods of time.

· Standing, particularly for sustained periods of time.

· Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving object horizontally from position to position.

· Substantial movements (motion) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner.

· Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

· Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

· Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

· Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product/technical nature.

· Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials.

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)

Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule

Longer hours, evenings and/or weekend work will be necessary frequently as job duties demand

Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions - None

Work near moving mechanical parts – Occasionally

Work in high, precarious places - None

Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently

Toxic or caustic chemicals - Frequently

Outdoor weather conditions - None

Extreme cold (non-weather) - None

Extreme heat (non-weather) - None

Risk of electrical shock - None

Work with explosives - None

Risk of radiation - None

Vibration - None

Bio-hazard - Frequently

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

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 a s 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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