Company 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. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS's Food industry services help ensure food safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing-supporting businesses across the supply chain from farm to fork.
Job Description Job Title : Chemist
Job Type: Permanent
Hours : 37.5 hours per week
Job Location : Cramlington
Shift Patterns available: Tuesday to Saturday 12pm to 8pm
Salary: £24,400
As a Chemist, you'll be responsible for preparing samples and performing analytical procedures to provide accurate and reliable test results to clients in accordance with written and verbal instructions.
Key Accountabilities Analysis and preparation of laboratory samples and reagents in accordance with specified test procedures.
Perform testing in accordance with internal quality procedures and ensure the results reported are accurate and valid.
Upload the results of analyses into the company's reporting system and ensure the timely transfer of outcomes for reporting to customers via the Company's assured internal procedures.
Participate in relevant internal and external proficiency schemes to ensure that reliable results are delivered to customers.
Qualifications
Essential Proficient with Microsoft Office software and general computer practice.
Degree or Equivalent level qualification within chemistry field
Experience of working in a laboratory.
Due to access to public transport at shift time - own transport essential
Additional Information
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for: Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
An additional day off for your birthday
Retailer Discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
Length of Service Awards
Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, 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.
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