Lab Technician I - Metals - 1st shift

SGS Group • Wheat Ridge, CO

47d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will work first shift - Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. This is an overtime eligible position. This position is also eligible for our Step Up program. Our Wheat Ridge, CO laboratory is seeking an entry-level Lab Technician to join their Metals team! The Lab Technician I will prepare samples with accuracy and precision in accordance to SGS' analytical SOPs. Work independently and as part of a team to meet daily production targets and ensure hold times and turnaround times are met. Always follow safe laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma (Required)
• Language Skills: English (Required)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic (Required)
• Computer Skills: Basic (Required)
• Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)
• 1-2 years of years' relevant experience in Analytical Chemistry Laboratories (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• After appropriate training independently prepare samples for analysis according to SGS' analytical SOPs using basic instrumentation specific to the department and analytical methodologies
• Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of prep instruments/equipment
• May assist with validation and MDL studies.
• 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 required.

Benefits

• Participation in the Company's benefit programs coincident or following the first of the month in which you are hired.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the Company's 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation
• Four (4) floating holidays annually
• Seven (7) company observed holidays paid
• Sick time accrual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees