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Sample Prep Technician

CompanySGS
LocationJeddah
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 23, 2026
About The Company
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. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource. Community Guidelines SGS encourages all fans of this page to participate in conversations through questions and comments. Any comments arising from persons sharing or reproducing any communications published by SGS is not controlled or endorsed by SGS. We want to promote an informative and enjoyable environment within this community. We therefore ask that you post content that is both relevant and respectful and you follow LinkedIn's Professional Community Guidelines. Posts will be removed if they are: - Offensive, defamatory, discriminatory or obscene - Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading - In violation of any intellectual property rights - In violation of any law or regulation - Abusive, harassing, stalking or attacking others - Trolling or deliberate disruption of discussion - Commercial solicitations or personal promotion - Spam or link baiting Intellectual Property Statement Except where expressly stated otherwise, all intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademarks, in any and all communications and materials in any form published by or on behalf of SGS are owned by © SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA (2025).
About the Role

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 96,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,700 offices and laboratories around the world. SGS is seeking a Sample Preparation Technician to join our laboratory team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing laboratory samples in accordance with established procedures, ensuring sample quality, accuracy, and compliance with safety standards.

Job Description

  • Perform routine sample preparation activities in accordance with laboratory procedures.

  • Operate sample preparation equipment safely and efficiently.

  • Ensure prepared samples are representative of the original material and meet quality requirements.

  • Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.

  • Follow laboratory quality control procedures and maintain accurate records.

  • Ensure compliance with SGS Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) standards.

  • Maintain a clean, safe and organized working environment.

  • Report equipment issues, incidents and non-conformities to the supervisor.

  • Support daily laboratory operations to meet sample processing requirements

Qualifications

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.

  • At least 1 year of experience in sample preparation or a similar laboratory role.

  • Knowledge of laboratory sample preparation procedures.

  • Ability to operate sample preparation equipment.

  • Basic understanding of laboratory safety and quality control practices.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Good attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.

  • Willingness to work shifts as required.

Key Skills
Sample preparationLaboratory proceduresEquipment operationQuality controlSafety standardsRecord keepingLaboratory maintenanceAttention to detail
Categories
Science & ResearchManufacturingSecurity & Safety
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Perform routine sample preparation activities and operate laboratory equipment in accordance with established safety and quality procedures. Maintain a clean, safe working environment while ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting of equipment issues.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
75338
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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