SGS 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.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The company assessor performs assessments according to the bluesign® criteria as well as the follow-up for achieving compliance with the bluesign® criteria.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Preparation of company assessments according to the bluesign® criteria

• Pre-evaluation of preparation documents
• Company assessments onsite with report writing and related evaluations
• Follow-up of roadmap for achieving compliance with the bluesign® criteria (implementation process)
• Actualization and maintenance of the business process leading IT tool
• Perform follow up assessments to monitor continuous improvement at company
• Project work as needed and agreed
• Ideally, should be able to undertake occasional business travel from the US to Canada and Latin America, subject to applicable travel requirements

• Educational background: engineering/ natural science/ technical degree, ideally textile related  (e.g. textile engineer, chemical engineer, environmental scientist or similar)
• Knowledge in the field of product stewardship, classification and labelling as well as regulatory affairs
• Knowledge in the field of chemistry and/ or plastic industry manufacturing
• Knowledge in the fields of environment, health and safety and prior experience with auditing
• Professional experience requested
• Good English skills (especially written)
• Fluent in Spanish
• Good communicator, who enjoys working in teams and in multi-cultural settings
• Team player with proven ability to work independently
• Ability to work under pressure and with good time management
• Ability to exercise good and fact-based assessments

Compensation

The expected salary for this position is $70,000 to $83,000 per year. 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 28, 2026.

Additional information

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, genetics, status as a protected veteran, 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 company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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