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. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.

Job Description

Duration: 12 month contract

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Hours: 35 Monday - Friday - 9:00 am till 5:00

Job Location: Leicester

Main Purpose of Role

• To carry out the routine testing and administration relating to the assessment of consumer products within the Department without supervision. This is an essential role in order to maintain sample workflow to meet customer deadlines.
• Carry out calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment. This is essential to ensure repeatability and accuracy in sample testing.
• To apply and maintain the Quality Management System.
• To support book-in for testing samples
• To prepare samples for testing within the Chemistry Department

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths, Science and English or other relevant experience.
• Previous experience of a science related area of work.
• Effective working knowledge of Windows associated packages (MS Office etc)

Desirable

• Familiarization with UKAS accreditation.
• Experience in preparing samples within a Hardlines Laboratory
• Previous mechanical testing or laboratory testing experience
• Worked within the toy/nursery industry with focus on product safety

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.

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