Laboratory Technician (Weekend)

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.
Night shift:
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
This position will perform testing on petroleum and chemical product samples including but not limited to crude oil, asphalt, heavy fuel oil, diesel & jet fuel, gasoline, benzene, toluene, xylene, methanol, gases (LPG, Propane, Mixed) etc.

Follows all company health, safety and environmental policies.
Conduct testing on non-petroleum products using approved methods.
Compile completed test raw data results for reporting.
Carry out routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure delivery of accurate results.
Liaise with the Laboratory Supervisor and other staff to discuss plans to deal with client work requests.
Follows all Quality system protocols and reports any discrepancies to the Supervisor.
Organize and clean laboratory work areas to maintain efficiency.
Package dangerous goods for shipping as per Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Complete miscellaneous projects that develop in the laboratory.
May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.
A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, etc.) Related work experience maybe considered comparable or equivalent to a degree and/or diploma.

• A minimum of 1 years of experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results.
• Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment
• Must be comfortable with numerals in order to monitor data on a computer screen.
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

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 and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.