Laboratory Technician, AGRI

• Conduct required testing on agriculture and food samples such as moisture protein oil fiber ash toxins falling number proximate analysis or other tests as seen suitable by the Lab Manager or Departmental Supervisor using applicable wet chemistry methods and various instruments (spectrometer wet gluten analyzer HPLC GC LCMSMS ICP-OES NIR ELISA LECO FP828 etc.) available in the laboratory.
• Accountable for performing and recording routine and non-routine instrument daily conditions maintenance preventive maintenance and calibrations on (GCMS HPLC and LCMSMS NIR LECO ICP-OES etc.)
• Conduct balance calibrations pipette verifications monitoring temperatures of ovens fridges freezers etc.
• Adhere to proper labelling and documentation procedures for solvents standards reagents etc.
• Familiarize with applicable standard operation procedures (SOP)
• Conduct proper sample storage and disposal practices and documentation.
• Participate in proficiency testing programs and support quality by assisting supervisor / manager in investigating questionable and unsatisfactory results.
• Liaise and resolve customers queries/results with the supervisor / manager and contribute to the resolution of customer complaints.
• Validate new methods for business growth or for customer requests and work on improving the efficiency of existing methods and SOPs as per the instructions provided by the supervisor / manager.
• Login and Data entry and review into LIMS Excel and other data entry modules
• Conduct sample pre-processing (sub sampling homogenization splitting cleaning grinding) as necessary Print control charts; maintain reagent logs standards inventory etc. documents.
• Adhere to the Companys Quality Policy and Procedures and insure full compliance with the companys Health & Safety Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct policies.
• Be aware of customer requirements and provide accurate and timely results to clients.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition when communicating with clients other lab technicians lab analysts and Lab Manager to make sure everyone stays on the same page.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

Qualifications :

• A bachelors degree in a Science related major (Chemistry Agriculture Food Science or Environmental Science etc.) is required.
• A minimum of 1 3 years of experience in a laboratory setting is required
• Familiar with Agricultural and Food matrixes.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 17025:1999 requirements.
• Sound knowledge of good laboratory practices.
• Familiar with official accredited methods such as ISO AOAC and AOCS methodology.
• Must be able to read understand and follow work instructions in a safe accurate and timely manner.
• Must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook etc.).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced highly professional environment.
• Ability to work well with others & independently
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure and flexible to work extended hours from time to time.

Additional Information :

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $19 - $22 hourly. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills experience and qualifications.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical dental and vision insurance life insurance employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses virtual and classroom development experiences tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

Position anticipated to close September 3 2026.

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.

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 companys rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time