Laboratory Team Lead

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

Sample preparation and analysis following official methods and company/laboratory SOPs. Area Leader guides the work flow for the department  

Specifically These Responsibilities Are To:

• Develop, review, submit, and file reports on client sample tests, correlation tests, calibration, validation, proposal, and other projects.  Authorized to review and sign datasheets and client reports.
• Routine operation, maintenance, calibration, qualification, and trouble-shooting of laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Perform and validate test methods, laboratory SOPs, and other department level operating, safety, and quality documents.
• Investigation of, response to, and follow-up of client inquiries and complaints.
• Limited internal and external technical support to marketing, sales, customer services, and clients regarding test, report, and other technical information.
• Input technical information in LIMS and other electronic and physical data systems and ensure all information is up to date and maintained.
• Coordinate with other laboratory technicians and/or assistants on sample receiving, logging, pretreatment, preparation, testing and other tasks.
• Conduct multiple projects within tight deadlines.
• Comply with local and corporate QHSE requirements.
• Other projects and tasks assigned by company and supervisors.
• Assign tasks and projects to department based on incoming projects
• Manage day to day work flow of the department ensuring on time delivery of reports to clients
• Enter orders into Sharepoint for supplies needed to perform testing (PO or p-card)

Profile of the position (Requirements & Qualifications): 

• Familiarity with Quality Management System and ISO 17025
• Familiarity with ASTM, ANSI, NFPA, government, industry and other regulations, standards, and methodologies.

Education:

• AA degree (technical) with at least 2 years test lab experience, or at least 4 years of technical experience.  

Skills/Competencies:

Must be able to meet the following performance requirements:

• Attend work regularly and predictably.
• Participate as a team member and be able to work with multiple cultures    •         Work independently and with limited supervision and as part of a team.  
• Familiarity with Company and Laboratory Quality and Operations systems.
• Familiarity with LIMS and other laboratory data management means.
• Effective understanding, written and verbal skills.
• Takes initiative to learn and grow.  Able to learn and apply new technologies and instruments.

Functional Competencies / Qualifications:

• Computer and math skills: Windows-based computer programs including MS Word, Excel, and Access

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

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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