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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Laboratory Sample Preparation Technician

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBarranquilla, Atlantico, ColombiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Technical qualification in mining, laboratory work, a high-school diploma, or training within the organization.
  • Experience in sample preparation, laboratory analysis, and/or quality control is preferred but not required.
  • At least six months of experience in logistics work; laboratory or related activities are preferred.
  • Integrity.
  • Maintaining order and quality.
  • Teamwork.
  • Proficiency with office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and prepare samples for laboratory analysis according to established procedures and/or direct supervisor instructions, and perform rapid analyses.
  • Reduce, homogenize, divide, pulverize, and dry received samples to prepare them for analysis.
  • Deliver prepared samples and their accompanying documentation to the analysis area.
  • Record and identify each sample in the applicable operating system, such as Solser or CClas, following established procedures and keeping records updated.
  • Check the calibration status and daily operability of equipment and instruments, verify required parameters, conduct controls during tests, and ensure conditions support quality laboratory analyses.
  • Maintain laboratory order and cleanliness, follow laboratory safety rules, protect sample and process quality, and preserve the environment through proper waste handling.

Desired Qualifications

  • Some experience in sample preparation, laboratory analysis, and/or quality control.
  • Logistics experience in laboratories or related activities.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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