Laboratory Analyst - Volatiles
SGS North America Inc.

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 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

Our Scott, LA laboratory is looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join their Volatiles team! The Laboratory Analyst prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. This position 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, always follow safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment. This Laboratory Analyst reports into the Laboratory Supervisor.

Job Functions:

• Prepares and analyzes samples according to SGS' analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies.
• Performs analytical measurements that are both accurate and precise.
• Works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensures hold times and turnaround times are met.
• Understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles.
• Makes standards and reagents as required and documents work appropriately.
• Uses and updates LIMS to track and manage workload.
• Follows safe practices and maintains a safe working environment.
• Works with the Department Supervisor to manage work load.
• Applies technical judgment to determine potential problems for samples.
• Calibrates instrumentation.
• Processes and reports analytical results.
• Updates and loads work into LIMS. Uses LIMS for appropriate background information.
• Uses technical judgment to determine the appropriate analytical approach for various sample matrices.
• Appropriately uses lab applications.
• Tracks instrument quality control.
• Appropriately follows safety, operational integrity and quality control requirements for the work that is done.
• Performs other responsibilities as needed.

• 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 years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)
• Advanced English language skills (Required)
• Basic mathematical and reasoning skills (Required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) (Required)
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)