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SGS provide the world’s most comprehensive range of integrated inspection, testing, certification, and advisory services, powered by the latest technology and digital tools. Our global network of experts supports our customers by helping them to meet increasingly complex regulations and standards.
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Retailer Discounts
- Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas Vouchers
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Job Description
Job Description
- Job Title: Sample Reception Technician
- Job Type: Permanent
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Job Location: Cambridge - Bar Hill
- Benefits/ perks: 10% annual bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria), 3-5% matching company pension contributions, 4x Life Assurance, Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme, 28 days Annual Leave inclusive of bank holidays, Birthday Leave Scheme, Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay, Length of Service Awards, Health & Wellbeing initiatives, Christmas Vouchers.
Main Purpose of Role
- To assist in the day-to-day effectively, accurately and efficiently processing of samples collected through our designated courier service. Processing the workload in sample reception, in accordance with documented procedures, as well as tasks assigned by senior staff.
- To participate in training, as required by the business’ needs.
- Assist in other areas of the business when required.
- Be a proactive member of the sample reception team by providing different views on the current processes, to assist the Sample Reception Manager in streamlining the day-to-day responsibilities of the sample reception team.
Key Accountabilities;
- Responsible for logging samples in the laboratory onto our booking in system in accordance with customer and company objectives.
- To ensure samples processed are prioritised within the workload, to help the laboratories maintain the time sensitivity of the products.
- Promptly inform the senior staff of any difficulties that may impact on KPI’s in order to ensure remedial action is taken and/or customer expectations are managed.
- Complete tasks on a daily basis, as assigned by senior staff.
- Complete compulsory training when required.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Good verbal and written communication
- Timeliness and urgency
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Software, and general computer practice
- High focus on precision and accuracy
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to work and react effectively to a rapidly changing environment
- GCSE grade A to C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- Full driving license.
Additional Information
APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days.
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, 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.
