Sr. Chemist, Food at SGS North America Inc. in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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



To perform routine ICP-OES and ICP-MS analyses, instrument maintenance, and data reporting. To provide leadership, direction, and training to the Chemists and Technicians. Handles samples, performs analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies.



J
OB FUNCTIONS

• Perform routine sample analysis for client samples


• Responsive to any quality related problem and immediate initiation of investigation, corrective actions and follow up.


• Maintains and verifies equipment.


• Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methods.


• Handles samples and performing analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methods.


• Reports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisor.


• Identifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field or 4 years of commercial laboratory experience - Required


• 4+ years of relevant ICP bench/lab experience - Required


• Advanced Degree in Chemistry - Preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Language Skills: English


• Mathematical Skills: Basic level of knowledge


• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic level


• Computer Skills: Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite required, experience with LIMS system

ADDITIONAL KSAS

• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

EQUIPMENT

• Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, centrifuges, microwave digesters, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS instruments.

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 company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.


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