Laboratory Analyst I, Semivolatiles at SGS North America Inc. in Orlando, Florida

Job Description:

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.



Job Description



Our Orlando, FL laboratory is looking for a Lab Analyst I to join their Semivolatiles (SVOA) team! The Lab Analyst I prepares and analyzes samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. The Lab Analyst I works independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. The Lab Analyst I understands and applies basic analytical chemistry principles. The Lab Analyst I Always follow safe laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.

Job Functions

• After appropriate training independently prepare and analyze samples according to SGS' analytical SOPs using instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies


• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory instruments/equipment


• May assist with validation and MDL studies.


• Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.


• 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 other duties as assigned.

• Associate Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Required)


• 0-2 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories OR 3 years of relevant experience (i.e. Sample Prep) (Required)


• Bachelor's Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)


• 1-2 years of years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)

• None (Required)

• Language Skills: English (Required) (Required)


• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required) (Required)


• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic (Required) (Required)

• Computer Skills: Basic (Required) (Required)

• Stand: Constantly


• Move or traverse: Constantly


• Sit: Occasionally


• Use hands: Constantly


• Reach with hands and arms: Constantly


• Climb or balance: None


• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: None


• Talk/hear: Constantly


• Taste/Smell: None


• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 25 lbs