Analyst II, Chemistry Laboratory (Wet Chemistry) at SGS North America Inc. in Lincolnshire, Illinois

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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. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

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.



Job Description



The Analyst II, Chemistry Laboratory evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances for consumer product testing purposes. Under general supervision conducts mostly routine and moderate complex sample analysis, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Conducts mostly routine and moderate complexity analytical studies of samples, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols


• Prepares, submits, and files reports on client sample tests, correlation tests, calibration, validation, and other projects


• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments/equipment


• Develops and validates analytical methods, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other operating, safety, and quality documents for method development, transfer, and validation studies


• Provides technical training, advice, and support to Analysts in data analysis


• May be involved in the investigation, preparation of the response, and in follows-up on client inquiries and complaints as needed


• May provide technical support to Marketing, Sales, Customer Service and clients regarding testing, reporting, or technical inquiries


• Inputs and maintains technical information as needed to support the laboratory functions/operations


• Manages multiple projects as assigned


• Maintains Laboratory Notebook


• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures


• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or similar discipline


• 2+ experience in wet chemistry techniques including Particle size analysis, XRD analysis, ICP analysis, titration assays


• Master's degree with research laboratory experience in experience in wet chemistry techniques including Particle size analysis, XRD analysis, ICP analysis, titration assays

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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