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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Technical Report Writer - Textiles

Technical WritingPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeFairfield, NJ, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant SBU scientific field is required.
  • At least 1 year of related experience is required.
  • Advanced written and spoken English is required.
  • Intermediate mathematical and reasoning skills are required.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • An understanding of General Chemistry is required.
  • The ability to type 15–25 reports per day is required.
  • The ability to execute detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions is required.
  • The ability to work independently under direct supervision is required.
  • The ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations is required.
  • The ability to understand the working principles of different analytical tests is required.
  • The ability to perform quality checks to ensure the accuracy of test data provided by the operations team is required.
  • The ability to operate software for different analytical instruments to extract information for further review is required.
  • The ability to follow directions and ensure accurate results are completed within the required timeframe is required.
  • The ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals is required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare written customer reports using test data and procedures, paying attention to purchase orders, quotations, and customer exceptions.
  • Transpose numbers and words from various formats, compile Word document reports, and add test requirements.
  • Create report formats and document templates.
  • Complete reports before their due dates to allow sufficient time for review.
  • Organize incoming projects by due date and severity based on duration.
  • Read and interpret test procedures, literature references, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and manuals.
  • Write routine reports and correspondence in a conventional, professional, and scientific manner.
  • Speak effectively with customers and organizational employees.
  • Analyze known standards and/or samples periodically for method validation and analytical proficiency.
  • When acting as Team Lead, review written customer test reports drafted by the report-writing team in a CRS laboratory.
  • Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Handle internal and external customer complaints when necessary.
  • Monitor the quality of tests performed by the operations team.
  • Perform quality-control activities for tests assigned by the supervisor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

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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