Senior Chemist QA/QC - Petroleum & Lubricant Testing

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Responsibilities

Maintain and improve the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.; Manage quality documentation including SOPs, test methods, work instructions, records, and controlled documents.; Coordinate internal audits, corrective actions, proficiency testing, method validation, and measurement uncertainty studies.; Support accreditation activities and ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and customer requirements.; Perform and supervise petroleum testing, lube oil and transformer oil testing in accordance with ASTM, IEC, and ISO standards.; Review analytical data, validate test results, and authorize laboratory reports.; Ensure adherence to laboratory safety, quality control, and good laboratory practices.; Manage laboratory consumables, reference materials, equipment calibration, and maintenance activities.; Support customer technical inquiries, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry or related discipline.; ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Auditor Certificate; Minimum 5 years of experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.; Hands-on experience in lubricant analysis, transformer oil testing or petroleum testing laboratories.; Strong knowledge of ISO 17025, ASTM, IEC methods and laboratory quality assurance practices.; Good communication and documentation skills.