Company Description
SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.
Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Program Management Assistant will play a critical role in supporting day-to-day logistics and sample handling tasks. This person will work closely with cross-functional teams including Program Management, Engineering, QA, and Operations to ensure accurate tracking, handling, and delivery of smartphone prototypes and engineering samples.
This is a support role, ideal for someone detail-oriented and reliable, with strong communication and coordination skills. The role is part-time and onsite, offering consistent support for ongoing project and operational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sample Handling & Inventory:
- Maintain organized inventory of engineering and test samples
- Track incoming and outgoing devices using internal tools or spreadsheets
- Ensure devices are properly labeled, catalogued, and stored
- Shipping & Logistics:
- Prepare and pack samples for domestic and international shipments
- Coordinate courier pickups and monitor tracking to ensure timely delivery
- Manage customs/shipping documentation as needed for international logistics
- Device Setup & Configuration:
- Assist in initial setup of sample devices (e.g., software flashing, SIM setup, accessory pairing)
- Perform basic functional checks if required (e.g., power on, UI check)
- Communication & Coordination:
- Interface with internal stakeholders to confirm sample needs, destinations, and delivery status
- Escalate delays or issues promptly to the Program Manager
- Update tracking logs and notify recipients of shipments and arrivals
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written
- Strong attention to detail, especially in tracking and labeling
- Reliable, organized, and comfortable with repetitive tasks
- Basic computer literacy (Excel/Google Sheets, email, shipping platforms)
- Ability to lift and move small packages/devices as part of daily work
- Must be able to work onsite independently without close supervision
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in logistics, warehouse, or device/sample handling
- Familiarity with consumer electronics or smartphone hardware
- Experience working in a tech or product development/test environment
Work Schedule:
- Schedule: 3 days per week (weekdays), 4 hours per day
- Type: Part-Time, Onsite
Pay Range: $25.00-35.00/ hour
Additional Information
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
- Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.
Physical Demands of the Job
- Stand: Occasionally
- Move or traverse: Frequently
- Sit: Constantly
- Use hands: Constantly
- Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
- Climb or balance: Occasionally
- Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
- Talk/hear: Constantly
- Taste/Smell: Occasionally
- Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs
Additional information
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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