Job Description
Company Description
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. 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.
At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture, we offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and we are committed to supporting your development within the company.
Job Description
- Job Title: Shift Laboratory Technician
- Job Type: Permanent
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week - Variable Shift patterns
- Job Location: Ellesmere Port
As a Shift Laboratory Technician you’ll be responsible for analysing samples in accordance with appropriate analytical test procedures and within customer requirements and where appropriate record results on appropriate LIMS IT system , e.g. Sofia, AS400 etc.
Key Accountabilities:
- Responsible for analysis of samples in compliance with the client or company specified test methods ensuring (where appropriate) diagnosis is performed and / or results are reported within KPI
- Responsible, where appropriate, for 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.
Qualifications
How to be a successful candidate
To be a successful candidate we are looking for candidates with GCSE in Science, Mathematics and English grades A to C, or equivalent. GCSE / ONC in a science subject. Chemistry is preferable Experience of working within a laboratory environment would be advantageous but not essential and a Full UK driving licence. Happy to work variable shift patterns
What you will get in return
SGS takes pride in looking after our employees and providing an attractive benefits package. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also be eligible for:
- 10% performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private Medical Cover
- 4-8% matching company pension contributions
- 4x Life Assurance
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Retailer Discounts
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay,
- Length of Service Awards
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Additional Information
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.
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