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Job DescriptionPrimary Responsibilities
The QMS Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing assistance in laboratory administration team with a strong focus on QM topics and administrative processes.
Specific Responsibilities
- At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
- Provides assistance in administration and function of QMS software and LIMS systems involving the following:
- Adding and updating the employee database in the QMS system
- Adding and updating training records specific to employee levels and according to their job title in QMS
- Assist in document management process – monitor timelines, track document status, follow up on notifications.
- Extract reports – CAPA (including repeats), customer feedback, audits actions, training records,
- Extract reports from LIMS, as applicable, for KPI governance.
- Assist in scheduling audits, critical equipment calibrations.
- Assist in extracting data for management review reports and tasks’ follow-up.
- Assist in data collection for method validation.
- Maintaining database for critical suppliers and providers
- Provide administrative support to the Quality team on ad hoc projects, as needed.
- Assist in equipment delivery reporting/documentation
- Ensures work area in GBS is kept clean and presentable at all times.
- Remains familiar with SGS quality assurance procedures.
- Complies to all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures.
Profile
- Education: Diploma or Associate Degree in Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience:
- 1–3 years in administrative support, preferably in a quality or compliance environment.
- Familiarity with QMS software, LIMS system is an asset.
Required Skills
- English (spoken and written) language skills: C1 Proficiency required
- Preferred knowledge in the understanding of ISO 17025
- Experience with key Quality Managements system processes (e.g. document control record keeping, inventory management etc.)
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and comfortable with digital systems.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Must be highly organized and able to work effectively and efficiently in a demanding environment with frequently changing priorities.
- High level of integrity and sense of responsibility.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills in remote and multidisciplinary environments.
- Ability to work independently.
Hybrid work arrangement may differ depending on affiliate country, should be amenable to be onsite for 2 to 6 months.
Skills Required
- Diploma or Associate Degree in Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 1–3 years of administrative support experience, preferably in a quality or compliance environment
- C1 proficiency in spoken and written English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort using digital systems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Highly organized and able to work effectively in a demanding environment with changing priorities
- Effective communication and collaboration skills in remote and multidisciplinary environments
- Ability to work independently
- Familiarity with QMS software and LIMS
- Knowledge of ISO 17025
- Experience with quality management processes such as document control, record keeping, and inventory management
- Willingness to work onsite for two to six months as required by the hybrid arrangement
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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