Quality Assurance Chemist

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Quality Assurance ChemistFull-timeCompany DescriptionSGS 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 DescriptionSummary Position SummaryResponsible for monitoring, developing, training, and maintaining the laboratory quality systems and QA programs. Collaborate with local and national team members to identify deficiency and provide solutions to ensure quality standards are met. Job FunctionsResponsible for all Laboratory analysis (hands-on working on the Bench).Understand and keep current with all Laboratory safety and reporting techniques.Provide guidance to Laboratory Technicians and Chemists to maintain proper level of training among Laboratory personnel, which can include supervisory duties.Understand and keep current with all Laboratory analysis methods.Responsible for the operation of Gas Chromatograph and other Laboratory equipment.Position requires a dependable and reliable individual; whose daily presence adds to the success of the Department.Participate in auditsPerforms calibrations and troubleshoots all issues.Assists manager(s) in corrective and preventive action requests for the laboratory.May report results to internal and external customers on an as needed basisPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related science preferred, (Required)5+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment (Required)   1+ year of protocol and report writing experience (Required)Advanced knowledge of routine & non-routine testing methods OR Bachelor Degree in Chemistry and similar disciplines (Required)7+ years of oil, gas and chemical industry experience in a laboratory (Preferred) Master's degree in Chemistry or related sciences (Preferred)TWIC (Required)Licenses and CertificationsN/AKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledgeable in ASTM standards. (Required)Must be able to work with all chemical, petrochemical and petroleum products. (Required)Must be able to differentiate between colors accurately by sight. (Required)Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals and/or groups both within the organization. (Required)Ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources into solutions and work effectively under pressure while acting accordingly to the SGS standards of ethics and integrity. (Required)High level of accuracy is required, with special attention to details. (Required)Ability to work effectively under pressure, while balancing numerous projects concurrently with different deadlines. (Required)Physical Demands of the JobStand: ConstantlyMove or traverse: ConstantlySit: OccasionallyUse hands: ConstantlyReach with hands and arms: FrequentlyClimb or balance: NoneStoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: OccasionallyTalk/hear: FrequentlyTaste/Smell: OccasionallyLift/carry/push or pull: OccasionallyAdditional InformationSGS 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...