Laboratory Assistant

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Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that works long-term to guarantee society's access to base and precious metals. For a century, our work has been part of the value chains that have shaped modern society. At Boliden, we know that the metals we mine and make accessible will play a crucial role in the future—what matters is how we produce them. Join us and drive change for future generations. Would you like to work in one of the world's most modern and digitalized industries? At Garpenberg, Boliden operates a highly automated and stable process where quality and safety are paramount. We are now seeking a Laboratory Assistant who wants to contribute to reliable analyses and thus ensure stable process control, metal recovery, and production efficiency. Your Role As a laboratory assistant, you are a central part of quality assurance within the concentration process. You ensure that analyses of ore and process samples meet high technical standards and are used as decision-making input in production. The role encompasses the entire chain, from sampling and sample preparation to analysis, reporting, and equipment maintenance, in a safety-critical and process-oriented environment. The work is practical and varied, taking place largely in the operational area and in a laboratory environment. This is a collective position with working hours during daytime, Monday–Friday. Your Team You are part of the laboratory within the process department and work closely with process engineers, operators, and management. The work takes place in an experienced team with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Your Responsibilities Conduct sampling and sample preparation from various steps in the concentration process Perform chemical and instrumental analyses such as XRF, ICP, sieving, and wet chemical analyses Ensure operation, calibration, function testing, and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment Document and report analysis data in LIMS and internal systems with high traceability Work according to established procedures, SOPs, and risk assessments Contribute to the development and improvement of methods, procedures, and work practices Actively participate in workplace environment, safety, and 5S initiatives Your Contribution You work in a structured and careful manner and have a strong sense of quality in all tasks. You thrive in an environment where multiple work tasks happen in parallel and where your ability to plan and prioritize is essential. You appreciate work where theory and practice meet, where you both analyze results and work hands-on in the laboratory. You have a work approach that allows you to perform recurring tasks with maintained precision, even when the work involves standing positions, moving around the facility, and physical handling of materials. We are looking for someone who has: Natural science (Chemistry) upper secondary education and/or post-secondary education in chemistry, laboratory technology, or equivalent Experience with laboratory work, preferably in an industrial process environment Experience with sampling and sample preparation Knowledge of instrumental analysis methods (e.g., XRF, ICP, wet chemistry) Experience working in LIMS or equivalent systems Very good proficiency in Swedish and English Category B driver's license Meritorious: Experience with concentration processes or the mining industry Experience with calibration and basic maintenance of equipment Why Work With Us At Boliden, we believe in fostering a workplace where care, courage, and responsibility are central to everything we do. We offer a workplace where we believe in collaboration and where what you contribute will have a direct impact on future generations. We are a company consisting of responsible and creative people who all work toward the same vision: to become the world's most sustainable and respected metals supplier. Apply today to become part of something truly meaningful! At Boliden, diversity and inclusion are drivers of innovation. We know that different perspectives and experiences strengthen us and help us stay at the forefront of an important and exciting industry. Therefore, we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds and viewpoints. Together, we build a workplace where everyone can feel safe and inspired to reach their full potential. Want to know more about the role? Contact hiring manager Adrian Larsson [email protected]. Questions about the application are answered by our Talent Acquisition Partner Helen Eklid, [email protected]. Trade union information is available from: Daniel Klasson, IF Metall, 070-247 31 13. Application Deadline: August 9, 2026 ​As part of Boliden's qualitative recruitment work and systematic safety efforts, background checks may be included in the recruitment process. If the position you have applied for includes handling of explosives, you will, in accordance with the Act on Flammable and Explosive Goods (2010:1011), undergo a background check for approval by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) during the recruitment process. If you are a representative of a recruiting company, please refrain from contacting us regarding this announcement. We appreciate your consideration.Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that works long-term to guarantee society's access to base and precious metals. For a century, our work has been part of the value chains that have shaped modern society. At Boliden, we know that the metals we mine and make accessible will play a crucial role in the future—what matters is how we produce them. Join us and drive change for future generations. Would you like to work in one of the world's most modern and digitalized industries? At Garpenberg, Boliden operates a highly automated and stable process where quality…

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30. 6. 2026

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3. 8. 2026

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