Analytical Laboratory Co-op Student

3 months ago

Port Colborne, Canada Vale Full time

**Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?**

**Who We Are**

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change - our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

**The Opportunity**

We are currently seeking an Analytical Laboratory Co-op Student to join our Vale Operations in Port Colborne, Ontario.

This is a 12 month-fixed term, co-op position starting in January 2025.

As an Analytical Laboratory Co-op Student, you will provide support to the Operating units at the Port Colborne Refinery. The Lab Technician is required to be multi-skilled and able to carry out a wide variety of routine analytical techniques. In this role, upon completion of training, you will rotate through various roles, conducting daily analysis for the operation. The laboratory operates 24 hours a day, 5 days per week. Ability to troubleshoot analytical instrumentation will be viewed as an asset.

**Additionally, in this position you will**:

- Perform filtration and aliquot for liquid analysis. Perform measurement using a balance for solid analysis
- Set up and calibrate existing analytical instrumentation ICP-OES, ICP-MS, LECO, Combustion/Fusion analysis
- Operate computer programs for the calibration of analytical equipment and generation of diagnostic results
- Perform maintenance involving calibration, cleaning parts, and troubleshooting problems to ensure that the instruments stay in full working order

**About You**

**Education**:

- Currently enrolled as a Chemistry, Chemical Technology or Chemical Engineering student in a Co-op Program
- Solid verbal, written and analytical communication skills
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Proven time management and organization skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a proven safety record are essential

**What We Offer You**
- Competitive compensation
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Online training and career development opportunities
- Opportunities to build your network and lots of fun
- All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.

**Why Port Colborne**

Located on the beautiful north shore of Lake Erie, Port Colborne is an important industrial hub known for its maritime heritage. Our refinery processes nickel, copper, cobalt, and precious metals and the facility is crucial for refining these metals to high purity levels. Our operations supports the local economy and reinforces Canada's position as a key player in the increasing electrification of the global economy. The refinery's commitment to environmental sustainability and technological innovation underscores Vale's dedication to responsible mining and refining practices.

**Include to Transform**

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

**#ValeBaseMetals

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