WE ARE SGS – THE WORLD’S LEADING TESTING, INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION COMPANY. WE ARE RECOGNIZED AS THE GLOBAL BENCHMARK FOR QUALITY AND INTEGRITY. OUR 96,000 EMPLOYEES OPERATE A NETWORK OF 2,600 OFFICES AND LABORATORIES, WORKING TOGETHER TO ENABLE A BETTER, SAFER AND MORE INTERCONNECTED WORLD. 

• Perform basic microbiology testing such as but not limited to Microbial Limits Testing, water testing, swab testing, identification, and other microbiological testing methods.
• Prepare media and perform Growth Promotion testing. Prepare test solutions, samples, and or reagents as needed.
• Manage media and reagents supplies
• Maintain good housekeeping, schedule and monitor housekeeping activities
• Execute and perform testing as per methods independently, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures, Deviations and Change Control programs and cGMP guidelines.
• Keep all records and notebooks in good order. Prepare reports and record data in a timely manner.
• Maintain up to date work order documentation and complete work order documentation in every respect before submission to the Department Manager/Group Leader to ensure valid outcome/results.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order; perform calibrations and qualifications as required
• Strictly follows the latest approved version of methods, SOPs, Deviations and Change Control Programs and CGMP guidelines.

• Education: BSc. in Microbiology-related fields or equivalent experience or training.
• Experience: Over 1 year of relevant laboratory work experience required or equivalent lab experience through education.
• Knowledge of techniques in a microbiology discipline, e.g.
• Ability to perform routine bench and instrumental analysis
• Ability to understand assay methods
• A willingness to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation and procedures
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.

achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process.  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.