Laboratory Technician I

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Announcement date: May 19, 2026 Location: Ponta Grossa, PR, BR Knowledge Area: Health and Safety Job Type: Permanent Work Modality: On-site Job Requisition ID: 24885 **Laboratory Technician I** ========================= At Yara, we are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly address some of the world's greatest challenges \- resource scarcity, food insecurity, and environmental change. **Apply by** -------------------- 06\/02\/2026 **Area Overview** ------------------------ At Yara, we contribute daily to building an increasingly collaborative society, a world without hunger, and a respected planet. We create positive impact by using the economy as an engine for change toward sustainable growth. Working at Yara means contributing to: sustainable food production for a growing global population, reducing climate change impacts, decreasing water and energy consumption, and improving human health. The Production and Operations area employs the largest number of colleagues. It covers the entire operation of a manufacturing unit or fertilizer blending facility, from raw material management through to final product. **Position Description \| Responsibilities** --------------------------------------------- * Perform physicochemical analyses of NPK, micro- and macronutrients, and critically evaluate results; * Perform boiler water, potable water, and critical evaluation of results; * Prepare samples (quartering, grinding, and weighing); * Wash and label glassware; * Verify balances and equipment; * Prepare solutions according to chemical analysis methods; * Record samples and results; * Conduct inspections, client visits, and tests under supervisor instruction; **Profile \| Education and Knowledge** -------------------------------------- * Collaborative mindset, initiative, curiosity, sense of ownership, and appreciation for diversity; * Completed undergraduate degree or technical qualification in Chemistry or Food Science. * Active CRQ registration. * Availability for shift work and adherence to a 6x2 schedule\. **Knowledge Cultivated Through Diversity** Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and takes pride in being an organization that offers equal opportunities to all. We believe in a workplace where our colleagues feel comfortable being themselves, fostering diversity and plurality of thought. To this end, we firmly anchor Diversity and Inclusion (D\&I) into our business strategy and have over 400 colleagues worldwide actively engaged as D\&I agents. As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local legislation, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the role. Candidates will be informed by HR prior to the commencement of any background check.