Laboratory Technician Textiles

Summary

As the Laboratory Technician you will perform performance chemical and physical testing of samples such as fabrics garments accessories and other soft goods among others to determine performance properties as well as other characteristics. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Functions

• Perform routine laboratory testing following the relevant companys Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and methods. Validate performance on methods as required.
• Test to applicable standards (ASTM CSPA ISO SSC etc.) and customerspecific protocols.
• Determines the type of testing based on the appropriate guidelines and regulations.
• Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports.
• Responsible for sample breakdown and preparation including extraction of materials from finished products as required for testing. 
• May be required to receive sort log client samples into the database and prepare sample labels.
• Perform daily weekly and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the daytoday functioning of the laboratory and in compiling a list of supplies to be ordered when needed.
• Assists in calibration/verification tasks and other ISO 17025 related activities. 
• Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Adheres to internal standards policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

  Summary

  As the Laboratory Technician you will perform performance chemical and physical testing of samples such as fabrics garments accessories and other soft goods among others to determine performance properties as well as other characteristics. 

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Job Functions

• Perform routine laboratory testing following the relevant companys Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and methods. Validate performance on methods as required.
• Test to applicable standards (ASTM CSPA ISO SSC etc.) and customerspecific protocols.
• Determines the type of testing based on the appropriate guidelines and regulations.
• Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports.
• Responsible for sample breakdown and preparation including extraction of materials from finished products as required for testing. 
• May be required to receive sort log client samples into the database and prepare sample labels.
• Perform daily weekly and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the daytoday functioning of the laboratory and in compiling a list of supplies to be ordered when needed.
• Assists in calibration/verification tasks and other ISO 17025 related activities. 
• Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Adheres to internal standards policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience

Required: 

• High School diploma or GED

Preferred: 

•  Degree in Textiles or related science
• Associates degree in a related scientific field
• 3 years working in a lab setting with experience following strict safety standards or equivalent education and experience 

Pay: $21.15 $26.44/ hour

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Additional Information :

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 cuttingedge 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 companys rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime