Electrical/Electronic Technician
1400 Northbrook Pkwy suite 340, Suwanee, GA 30024, USA
Full-time
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
Position Summary
The Technician, Laboratory, CP, under general supervision performs routine laboratory tests to determine the performance, chemical and/or physical composition of consumer products.
Job Functions
- Works under general supervision to perform the following job functions, generally:
- Performs routine laboratory testing, following relevant company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and methods. Validate performance on methods as required.
- Test to applicable standards (ASTM, CSPA, ISO, SSC, etc.) and customer specific protocols.
- Under supervision, develop, write, review, perform and validate test methods, laboratory SOPs, and other department level operating and quality documents.
- Ensure compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
- May assist in limited internal support to marketing, sales, customer service and laboratory operations regarding test, report and other technical information.
- Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment.
- Perform general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory
- Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports.
- May also have prep or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
- May be required to receive, sort, log client samples into the data base, and prepare sample labels.
- May be required to archive, return, or dispose of client samples as per established procedure.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
- Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the day to day functioning of the laboratory and in compiling list of supplies to be ordered when needed.
- Assists in calibration / verification tasks and other ISO 17025 related activities.
- Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate degree or higher in relevant SBU field in science OR equivalent combination of education and experience – Required
- 1-3 years working in relevant SBU industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards
- Knowledge of international standards IEC/EN/UL/CSA 62368-1, 61010-1, 60335-1
Additional information
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
- Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.
Physical Demands of the Job
- Stand: Occasionally
- Move or traverse: Frequently
- Sit: Constantly
- Use hands: Constantly
- Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
- Climb or balance: Occasionally
- Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
- Talk/hear: Constantly
- Taste/Smell: Occasionally
- Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs
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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