Full-Time
Laboratory Technician
General Chemistry
Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS)
10,001+ employees
Testing, inspection, and certification services provider
Compensation Overview
$21 - $22/hr
East Brunswick, NJ, USA
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- Advanced English language skills (Required)
- Basic reasoning and mathematical skills (Required)
- Basic computer skills (Required)
- Ability to lift/carry/push and/or pull upwards of 25 lbs on a frequent basis (Required)
- After appropriate training independently prepares and disposes samples according to SGS’ analytical SOPs.
- Maintain sample archival and disposal per SGS’ analytical SOPs.
- Performs routine operation, maintenance, calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Assists with investigation, and preparation of responses to client inquiries and CARs.
- Maintains Laboratory Notebook where applicable.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Cross training with other departments expected.
- Associate's degree in a Chemistry or similar scientific discipline (Preferred)
SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services across many industries to help organizations verify quality, ensure compliance with regulations, and improve performance. Its offerings include laboratory testing, on-site or facility inspections, product and management system certifications, and also training and consulting. The company operates through a global network of laboratories and offices in more than 140 countries, delivering localized solutions backed by worldwide expertise. SGS differentiates itself through its status as a global benchmark for quality and integrity, its broad industry coverage, and its ability to combine extensive testing and certification services with sustainability and ethical practices. Its goal is to help clients mitigate risk, improve quality, ensure regulatory compliance, streamline operations, and gain market access across markets.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- North American sales double toward 2027 via acquisitions like Keystone Bioanalytical and Applied Technical Services.
- CHF 450 million bonds fund 5-7% organic growth and acquisitions in 2026.
- China's export surge and US trade deal boost demand for SGS mining and TIC services.
What critics are saying
- Integration failures from 2026 acquisitions like ATS erode efficiency and lose clients within 12 months.
- CHF 450 million bonds and $1.325 billion ATS debt strain cash flows, forcing dividend cuts by 2027.
- Bureau Veritas captures digital trust market share from SGS's GRL acquisition within 18 months.
What makes Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS) unique
- SGS acquires Granite River Labs, leading high-speed data validation for chips and vehicles.
- SGS partners with Exterra Technologies, validating clean tech for critical mineral processing.
- SGS hosts FSSC 24000 sessions, pioneering social sustainability management systems.
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↓ -1%SGS Philippines hosts PSQ Ugnayan on FSSC 24000. Insights. * SGS Philippines hosted PSQ's inaugural Ugnayan session in Makati, highlighting FSSC 24000 as a framework for Social Management Systems. * Through expert sessions and workshops, participants explored SMS implementation, ESG integration, compliance readiness, and tools like living wage analysis to strengthen social sustainability across value chains. SGS Philippines recently hosted the Philippine Society for Quality's (PSQ) inaugural Ugnayan Benchmarking session at the SGS Academy in Makati. City. Themed "Social Sustainability Towards Developing Responsible Business," the event brought together nominated PSQ members and industry practitioners to explore the transformative potential of FSSC 24000 - the internationally recognized framework for Social Management Systems (SMS) - as a strategic tool for embedding social responsibility into organizational operations. FSSC 24000: Building social management systems The primary focus of the session was an in-depth review of FSSC 24000, presented by Ante Batinic, Technical Manager for Social Sustainability at the Foundation FSSC. Mr. Batinic explained the basics of Social Management Systems (SMS), guiding participants through how organizations can systematically identify, manage, and continuously improve their social performance throughout the value chain. SGS experts facilitated interactive workshops on SMS Readiness Compliance and Living Wage Analysis to provide participants with practical tools for implementation. Insights on social factors within Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks were discussed in relation to FSSC 24000 certification. Note: the headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (MS) Disclaimer - All News/Articles items are subject to copyright and no article either in full or part may be reproduced in any form without permission from Fibre2Fashion Pvt. Ltd.
SGS expands clean tech portfolio with Quebec mining partnership. Global testing leader SGS announced a strategic collaboration with Quebec-based Exterra Technologies to advance Canada's critical mineral processing capabilities while reducing environmental [...] Topics. Companies. Global testing leader SGS announced a strategic collaboration with Quebec-based Exterra Technologies to advance Canada's critical mineral processing capabilities while reducing environmental impacts in mining operations. The partnership was unveiled at the PDAC 2026 Convention in Toronto. The collaboration follows Natural Resources Canada's announcement of a $5 million contribution agreement with Exterra through its critical minerals research, development and demonstration (CMRDD) program. Minister Tim Hodgson confirmed the funding will support Exterra's flagship Hub I pre-commercial project in Quebec, part of Canada's broader Critical Minerals Strategy. Technology validation platform Under the partnership, SGS will integrate Exterra's modular pilot plant and analytical systems across its metallurgical laboratories in Quebec City, Lakefield (Ontario), and Burnaby (British Columbia). This creates an independent validation platform for testing Exterra's on-site chemical regeneration technology, which aims to reduce reagent costs and environmental impacts compared to traditional single-use acids and bases. Exterra plans to invest over $10 million in testing, research and pilot operations at SGS facilities to demonstrate the technology's commercial viability and global scalability. "With SGS providing validation services, we are advancing a platform that aims to lower operating costs and reduces carbon footprint," said Olivier Dufresne, CEO and Co-founder of Exterra Technologies. "Together, we are building a cleaner, more competitive and more secure supply chain anchored in Quebec and scalable globally." Independent third-party testing SGS will provide rigorous third-party validation of Exterra's technology platform, offering the technical derisking needed to advance new mineral processing solutions toward commercial deployment. The testing company's involvement ensures independent verification of performance claims and optimization opportunities. "The future of mining must address the industry's most pressing cost, recovery and ESG challenges," Stephen Mackie, senior director of metallurgy and consulting at SGS Natural Resources (North America), said. "We are excited about integrating Exterra's pilot operations within SGS facilities to strengthen independent validation and accelerate the deployment of next-generation mineral processing solutions." Minister Hodgson emphasized the initiative's broader economic implications: "This collaboration between Exterra and SGS demonstrates how our government is unlocking made-in-Canada solutions that lower costs and reduce environmental impacts, all while building a more competitive, resilient economy for Canadians." Strategic alignment The partnership aligns with SGS's Strategy 27 corporate framework, which addresses industry megatrends including electrification, clean manufacturing, and supply chain security. It also supports the company's IMPACT NOW sustainability initiative focused on responsible natural resource development. Exterra's technology platform enables circular regeneration of chemical inputs while reducing waste streams and tailings compared to conventional processing methods. The system can integrate carbon mineralization capabilities, converting CO[2] into stable mineral carbonates where commercially viable. The Quebec-based company brings over 150 cumulative years of team experience in mine and process development, including 14 mines built and operated. The collaboration represents a significant step toward modernizing mineral processing to strengthen critical minerals supply chain resilience. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Apr 20 2026 - Apr 22 2026 Apr 23 2026 - Apr 24 2026
SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has acquired Granite River Labs Services (GRL), a specialist in validating high-speed wired data connections. These services help ensure that devices such as servers, chips, vehicles, mobile phones and other consumer electronics can exchange large volumes of data reliably, without signal loss, latency or compatibility issues. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, GRL employs more than 200 experts across nine highly specialized laboratories in Asia, Europe and the United States.
SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has issued two bonds totalling CHF 450 million: one for CHF 250 million and another for CHF 200 million. The Swiss company operates over 2,500 laboratories and facilities across 115 countries with more than 100,000 employees. Founded over 145 years ago, SGS provides quality, compliance and sustainability services to organisations globally. SGS trades on the SIX Swiss Exchange under ticker symbol SGSN.
SGS acquires Murray-Brown Laboratories. The acquition of Murray-Brown Laboratories expands SGS's food safety and nutraceutical testing capabilities in North America. Feb 13, 2026 This content was written and submitted by the supplier. It has only been modified to comply with this publication's space and style. SGS, a global testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Murray-Brown Laboratories, a food testing laboratory based in Denver, Colorado (United States). Murray-Brown Laboratories supports North American producers, manufacturers, and retailers by ensuring that their food, pet food, and nutraceutical products meet safety and compliance standards through advanced microbial and analytical chemistry capabilities including pesticide and mycotoxin detection. With North America leading the global food safety testing market in terms of regulatory frameworks and food recall management, this move marks SGS's commitment to expanding its service to the industry. "Over the past few years, we have seen an increased demand for rapid and advanced testing services from our North American clients - driven by stricter FDA and USDA regulation, an increase in foodborne illnesses, and consumer demand for safe and high-quality foods," said Jodi Jurgens, Head of SGS's Food Group in North America. "Our clients expect precise and timely results, while consumers expect safety and quality in the food supply chain. With new analytical chemistry capabilities offered by Murray-Brown Laboratories, we are excited to expand our service scope while also strengthening our geographical footprint for microbiological testing services. This addition to the SGS Food Testing Network will of course also allow us to better serve SGS and Murray-Brown Laboratories' clients while safeguarding the public." Murray-Brown Laboratories also strengthens SGS's services for the nutraceutical industry with additional kratom, kava and hemp testing capabilities. With the expanded geographic footprint for microbial testing, SGS will be able to offer PCR and advanced microbial pathogen detection technologies to a wider range of food producers. These DNA-based molecular test methods are playing a critical role in rapidly detecting contaminants and pathogens to prevent foodborne illnesses. In the United States, the FDA continues to process a record number of microbial assays year-over-year. This highlights the significance of microbial testing for early detection of harmful pathogens. SGS has been delivering food and pet food testing services in North America for over 27 years and for over 35 years globally. It operates six state-of-the-art ISO 17025 accredited labs across the United States. As a top global service provider for food safety testing, SGS holds the largest number of global accreditations to support North American manufacturers in bringing their products to market within the region and globally. This acquisition also contributes to achieving SGS's corporate strategy, Strategy 27, while aligning with its IMPACT NOW for sustainability platform. Strategy 27 seeks to double North American sales between 2023 to 2027 by responding to megatrends driving growth in the TIC industry - including societal expectations for safe, high-quality foods and nutritional transparency. Companies in this article You're Invited! Thanks for stopping by! Get its top stories delivered daily by subscribing.