Laboratory Technician

at  SGS

EPC, England, United Kingdom -

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Immediate28 Nov, 2024GBP 23432 Annual01 Sep, 2024N/AC,Communication Skills,Genetics,Flexible ApproachNoNo
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Company Description
SGS are 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.
We deliver services that touch every part of human activity and improve millions of lives - from ensuring the safety of food, clothing, transportation, and medicine to better testing in the nuclear industry. Whatever your role, you will make an important contribution to delivering safer products, better services and keeping society connected.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

  • Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
  • Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
  • An additional day off for your birthday
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Retailer Discounts
  • Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
  • Length of Service Awards
  • Christmas Vouchers
  • Health & Wellbeing initiatives

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Job Title: Laboratory Technician
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Days and Hours: 37.5 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
  • Location: Ellesmere Port
  • Salary £23,432

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Analyse samples in accordance with appropriate analytical test procedures and within customer requirements and where appropriate record results
  • Accurately entering laboratory test data into relevant IT LIMS system ensuring (where appropriate) diagnosis is performed and / or results are reported within KPI.
  • Where possible provide front line maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, allowing for the smooth and efficient operation of the laboratory.
  • Help to build a good working relationship between colleagues, other teams and clients to reduce inefficiencies and capture all business opportunities.
  • Report near misses and other NCR’s/CAPRs/NIRs to the Laboratory Team Leader and register on the company’s quality system.
  • At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues and clients, in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
    Qualifications

HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

To be a successful candidate we are looking for candidates ideally with Laboratory experience, preferably in the petrochemical industry, or similar working environment.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Knowledge of analytical testing activities
  • Able to organise and prioritise workload
  • Good communication skills – both verbal and written.
  • Able to adopt a flexible approach to work and react effectively to a rapidly changing environment.
  • Able to work under own initiative and with a high degree of autonomy & maturity.
  • Computer literate showing an ability to use LIMS IT systems, e.g. CCLAS
  • GCSE Science/Mathematics/English, or equivalent, grades A to C

EXPERIENCE

  • Previous experience of working in a testing laboratory, meeting exacting process and client demands.
    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, colour, 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.
    APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days

Responsibilities:

Please refer the Job description for details


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

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Ellesmere Port CH65, United Kingdom