Sample Coordinator - Chemistry Lab - Full-time

strongCompany Description:/strongpSGS 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./ppTrusted 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./pstrongJob Description:/strongpPosition Summary/ppThe Project Coordinator is responsible for reviewing order confirmations, coordinating with the lab, multiple laboratory operational activities, and acts as the point of contact between operations and internal and external clients. Prepares test samples, readies equipment under the direction of laboratory supervisor and/or manager. Responsible for recording, reviewing, and reporting data./ppJob Functions/pulliCoordinate execution of SGS testing and other services with local labs and global affiliates including sample processing/liliPerforms job ticket review and monitors closing and invoicing of jobs folders/liliMaintain tracking spreadsheets and email correspondence/liliProvides support to all staff members of the department, including training where appropriate/liliSupport Operations efforts with Sales, Technical and other departments/liliMay communicate with clients regarding time performance or problems encountered in the particular analysis/liliAssists in calibration scheduling and other ISO 17025 related activities/liliPrepare specimens for use in testing, following standardized procedures/liliUses and operates any equipment or test apparatus in the laboratory, with appropriate training/liliAssists in maintenance and troubleshooting of testing equipment/liliRead, comprehend and execute new test methods/standards capability added to the department operation/liliSets up laboratory equipment and/or instrumentation required for the analysis of samples in accordance with AATCC, ASTM, FTC, CFR, ISO, and other procedures from state and local municipalities, client proprietary procedures, and other non-routine procedures/liliAssist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the day-to-day functioning of the laboratory and in compiling a list of supplies to be ordered when needed/liliPeriodic analysis of known standards and/or samples relative to various areas of testing are employed both as a means of method validation and analytical proficiency. The results of the analyses are recorded in the individual’s training record/liliOther projects and tasks/duties may also be assigned/liliProvide administrative and special lab performance support as assigned for overall department management activities/liliAdheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures/liliPerforms other duties as assigned/li/ulstrongQualifications:/strongpEducation amp; Experience/pulliBachelor’s Degree in a relevant SBU scientific field#xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0;#xa0;/lili1-2 years laboratory experience preferred#xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0;#xa0;/liliOr equivalent education and experience#xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0; #xa0;#xa0;/li/ulpKnowledge, Skills, amp; Abilities/pulliLanguage Skills: Advanced written and spoken English#xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;/liliMathematical Skills: Intermediate #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;/liliReasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;/liliAbility to work independently under general supervision#xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;/liliAbility to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations#xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;/liliAbility to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe/liliAbility to read and understand documents such as test procedures, literature references, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions, and manuals/liliAbility to write in a conventional, professional, and scientific manner in preparing routine reports and correspondence/liliAbility to speak effectively to customers or employees of the organization#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;#xa0; #xa0;/liliKnowledge / Skill / AbilityPreferred / RequiredAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word/li/ulpPay Range: $21.00 - $26.00/ hour/pstrongAdditional Information:/strongpBenefits/pulliCompetitive salary./liliComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees./liliRetirement savings plan./liliContinuous professional development and training opportunities./liliA dynamic, collaborative work environment./liliAccess to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools./li/ulpPhysical Demands of the Job/pulliStand: Occasionally/liliMove or traverse: Frequently/liliSit: Constantly/liliUse hands: Constantly/liliReach with hands and arms: Occasionally/liliClimb or balance: Occasionally/liliStoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally/liliTalk/hear: Constantly/liliTaste/Smell: Occasionally/liliLift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs/li/ulpAdditional information/ppSGS 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./ppTo 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./ppThis 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./ppIf you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback.#xa0; Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability./p