SGS

Chemist/ Químico

SGS  •  South Dakota (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job 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.

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Descripción de la empresa

SGS es el líder mundial en inspección, verificación, análisis, capacitación y certificación. Es considerada como el principal referente mundial en calidad e integridad, contamos con más de 95.000 colaboradores y una red de más de 2.400 oficinas y laboratorios por el mundo.

Handles samples, performs analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies.

JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Handles samples and performs analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methodology.
  • Maintains and verifies equipment.
  • Reports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisor.
  • Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methods.
  • Identifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.

JOB COMPLEXITY

  • Work requires analyzing, troubleshooting and adaptation of existing procedures to achieve the desired results.
  • Work requires the development of action plans for problems or issues having broad implications and/or major projects affecting other related organization activities.
  • Thorough understanding of critical control points of the method and possible cross contaminations. Understanding the principles of the method and how different steps in the process can have an impact on final results.
  • Maintain expected turnaround time despite seasonal sample volume fluctuations.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

  • Business depends on providing quality results with timely turnaround, at a reasonable marketplace cost. Providing this requires efficient and thorough lab technicians, willing to work until the daily volumes are analyzed.

ANALYTICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVING

  • Use well-defined methods and procedures as guidelines for work tasks (e.g. maintaining records, processing reports, etc.). Apply appropriate test methods to unconventional samples to obtain meaningful results.
  • When there is a situation that the employee has not come across before, can read manuals/procedures and figure out what to do and collaborate with manager/supervisor/team leader in deciding what to do.
  • Modify or change established methods and procedures that are not significant only after supervisor approval, but stay within prescribed standards (e.g. legislative boundaries, regulatory requirements, customer specifications, etc.). Document the deviations.
  • Initiate re-checks when QC failures happen due to poor chromatography, sample in homogeneity, QC non-conformances, etc

Relocation net pay allowance

Please note, this position is open to international candidates residing ONLY in Mexico. The company will sponsor the required work visa for successful applicants.

We also offer a lump‑sum relocation payment to support your move to the work location. This amount will be paid in your first paycheck. The relocation bonus is contingent upon completing a minimum of twelve (12) months of continuous employment with the company. If you voluntarily resign or are terminated for cause before completing twelve months of service, you will be required to repay the full relocation amount.

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Descripción del empleo

Maneja muestras, realiza análisis e informa datos precisos y oportunos de acuerdo con los Procedimientos Operativos del Laboratorio y las metodologías de prueba.

FUNCIONES DEL PUESTO

  • Maneja muestras y realiza análisis de acuerdo con los Procedimientos Operativos y la metodología de prueba.
  • Mantiene y verifica el equipo.
  • Informa las deficiencias o fallas al supervisor.
  • Mantiene registros de todas las actividades de calidad según lo documentado en los Procedimientos Operativos y métodos de prueba.
  • Identifica y registra las no conformidades en las Solicitudes de Acción Correctiva.

COMPLEJIDAD DEL PUESTO

  • El trabajo requiere analizar, solucionar problemas y adaptar los procedimientos existentes para lograr los resultados deseados.
  • El trabajo requiere el desarrollo de planes de acción para problemas o situaciones que tengan amplias implicaciones y/o proyectos importantes que afecten a otras actividades relacionadas de la organización.
  • Comprensión exhaustiva de los puntos de control críticos del método y posibles contaminaciones cruzadas. Comprensión de los principios del método y cómo los diferentes pasos del proceso pueden tener un impacto en los resultados finales.
  • Mantener el tiempo de respuesta esperado a pesar de las fluctuaciones estacionales en el volumen de muestras.

IMPACTO DE LAS DECISIONES

  • El negocio depende de ofrecer resultados de calidad con un tiempo de respuesta oportuno, a un costo razonable en el mercado. Proporcionar esto requiere técnicos de laboratorio eficientes y minuciosos, dispuestos a trabajar hasta que se analicen los volúmenes diarios.

PENSAMIENTO ANALÍTICO/RESOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS

  • Utilice métodos y procedimientos bien definidos como pautas para las tareas laborales (por ejemplo, mantener registros, procesar informes, etc.). Aplique métodos de prueba apropiados a muestras no convencionales para obtener resultados significativos.
  • Cuando se presente una situación que el empleado no haya enfrentado antes, puede leer manuales/procedimientos y determinar qué hacer, y colaborar con el gerente/supervisor/líder de equipo para decidir el curso de acción.
  • Modifique o cambie métodos y procedimientos establecidos que no sean significativos solo después de la aprobación del supervisor, pero manteniéndose dentro de los estándares prescritos (por ejemplo, límites legislativos, requisitos regulatorios, especificaciones del cliente, etc.). Documente las desviaciones.
  • Inicie recontroles cuando ocurran fallas de control de calidad debido a cromatografía deficiente, inhomogeneidad de la muestra, incumplimientos de control de calidad, etc.

Asignación de pago neto por reubicación:

Tenga en cuenta que esta posición está abierta a candidatos internacionales que residan ÚNICAMENTE en México. La empresa patrocinará la visa de trabajo requerida para los solicitantes exitosos.

También ofrecemos un pago único por reubicación para apoyar su traslado al lugar de trabajo. Este monto se pagará en su primer sueldo. El bono de reubicación está condicionado a completar un mínimo de doce (12) meses de empleo continuo con la empresa. Si usted renuncia voluntariamente o es despedido por causa antes de completar doce meses de servicio, se le requerirá devolver el monto total de la reubicación.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field or commercial laboratory experience Required
  • 3+ years of prior laboratory experience in related work Preferred

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

  • Language Skills: English
  • Mathematical Skills: Basic level of knowledge
  • Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic
  • Computer Skills: Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite required, experience with LIMS system
  • 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, incubators,ICP-MS and ICP-OES, spectrophotometer, and basic wet chemistry equipment

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Requisitos

EDUCACIÓN Y EXPERIENCIA

  • Título universitario en Química o campo relacionado o experiencia laboral en laboratorio comercial Requerido
  • Más de 3 años de experiencia previa en laboratorio en trabajos relacionados Preferido

CONOCIMIENTOS / HABILIDADES / CAPACIDADES

  • Habilidades lingüísticas: Inglés
  • Habilidades matemáticas: Conocimientos a nivel básico
  • Habilidades / Capacidades de razonamiento: Básico
  • Habilidades informáticas: Uso básico de Microsoft Office 365 Suite requerido, experiencia con sistema LIMS
  • Capacidad para gestionar y coordinar múltiples proyectos en un entorno rápido y altamente profesional.

EQUIPO

Opera regularmente equipos de laboratorio como balanzas analíticas, equipos de homogeneización de alimentos, herramientas de pipeteo, incubadoras, ICP-MS e ICP-OES, espectrofotómetro y equipo básico de química húmeda. ...

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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About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Baar, CH
Year Founded
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Website
sgs.com
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