Chemist II

Harrisburg, PA, us on site Until 8/30/2026 4+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 1, 2026 Last posted July 1, 2026
Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Handles samples, performs analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies.

JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Handles samples and performs analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methodology
  • Maintains and verifies equipment
  • Reports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisor
  • Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methods
  • Identifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field or commercial laboratory experience Required
  • 4- 5 years of relevant Lab/bench experience Required

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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About this role

Summary

Perform analyses, handle samples, maintain equipment, report data in a testing laboratory.

Job title

Chemist II

Experience level

4-5 years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

testing and inspection

Location requirements

Harrisburg, PA; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

chemistrylaboratory equipmenttest methodologies

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

analyseschemistrylaboratory
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Harrisburg, PA, USA

On-site City