Our East Syracuse, NY laboratory is looking for an entry-level Laboratory Assistant to join their Gravimetrics team! The Laboratory Technician will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Laboratory Technician works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Laboratory Technician ensures best quality through adherence to all policies, procedures, and quality verifications. The Laboratory Technician always follows safe laboratory practices and maintains a safe working environment.
Job Functions
- After appropriate training, independently prepares media for analysis according to SGS’ SOPs, using basic instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies.
- Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of preparation instruments/equipment.
- Inputs and maintains technical information, as needed, to support the laboratory functions/operations.
- Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
- Performs all required quality verifications, ensuring best quality.
- Monitors inventory levels of chemicals and consumables, ensuring appropriate levels, at all times.
- Ensures all chemicals are labelled appropriately, required personal protective equipment is worn consistently, and all safety precautions are followed.
- Performs other duties as required.