Laboratory Technician — SICPA SA
- Location
- Prilly
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
The Laboratory Technician is a technical contributor within the Machine-Readable Features Laboratory, supporting the development, preparation, characterization, and validation of machine-readable security features used for authentication and traceability applications.
The role combines hands-on laboratory activities including pigment evaluation, ink preparation, sample manufacturing, measurement and characterization, testing, and laboratory support. Working closely with chemists, scientists, optics engineers, and other technical experts, the Laboratory Technician contributes to the efficient execution of R&D projects and the generation of high-quality experimental data.
This position is well suited for a laboratory professional seeking to develop expertise in functional materials, pigments, inks, and machine-readable security technologies within an innovative industrial R&D environment.
- Prepare and formulate laboratory-scale inks, dispersions, and material samples according to established procedures.
- Support the evaluation and development of functional pigments, materials, and machine-readable security features.
- Perform laboratory experiments and testing activities under the guidance of chemists and project leaders.
- Conduct measurements and characterization using a variety of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
- Prepare test specimens, printed samples, and experimental batches for characterization and validation activities.
- Collect, record, organize, and report experimental data while ensuring data quality and traceability.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations, quality standards, and good laboratory practices.
- Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and formulate laboratory-scale inks, dispersions, and material samples according to established procedures.
- Swiss Federal VET Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technology Technical Skills
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and formulate laboratory-scale inks, dispersions, and material samples according to established procedures.
- Support the evaluation and development of functional pigments, materials, and machine-readable security features.
- Perform laboratory experiments and testing activities under the guidance of chemists and project leaders.
- Conduct measurements and characterization using a variety of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
- Prepare test specimens, printed samples, and experimental batches for characterization and validation activities.
- Collect, record, organize, and report experimental data while ensuring data quality and traceability.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations, quality standards, and good laboratory practices. Profile
- Hands-on laboratory experience with chemical preparation, sample handling, and experimental testing.
- Ability to perform measurements using laboratory and characterization equipment while following established protocols.
Key requirements
- Swiss Federal VET Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technology Technical Skills
Application process
- The Laboratory Technician is a technical contributor within the Machine-Readable Features Laboratory, supporting the development, preparation, characterization, and validation of machine-readable security features used for authentication and traceability applications.
- The role combines hands-on laboratory activities including pigment evaluation, ink preparation, sample manufacturing, measurement and characterization, testing, and laboratory support.
- Working closely with chemists, scientists, optics engineers, and other technical experts, the Laboratory Technician contributes to the efficient execution of R&D projects and the generation of high-quality experimental data.
- This position is well suited for a laboratory professional seeking to develop expertise in functional materials, pigments, inks, and machine-readable security technologies within an innovative industrial R&D environment.
- If you are a qualified individual with a disability or are a disabled veteran, and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our Careers site as a result of your disability, you have the right to receive assistance in completing the application process.
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- SICPA Securink Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Additional details
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations, quality standards, and good laboratory practices.
- Swiss Federal VET Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technology
- Comfortable using digital tools for documentation and reporting.
- Team player in a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment.
- For more information on or to view our EEO policy, please contact Human Resources.
Notes and original content
- Technical Skills
- Personal Skills
Questions about this listing
What salary does SICPA SA offer for this role?
SICPA SA lists CHF 60'500 - 91'500 gross per year for this position in Prilly. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does SICPA SA offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with SICPA SA during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Vaud?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Vaud can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Vaud's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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