Sampler

Position: Sampler

Location: Salt Lake County Utah

Job Type: Full-Time Competitive Pay & Benefits

Schedule:Hour Day Shifts

About the Opportunity:

At Rio Tinto we believe our people are our greatest strength.Wereexcited to welcome a new Sampler/Surveyor to our dedicated Lab team in Salt Lake City this hands-on roleyoullplay a key part in collecting and preparing in-pit blasthole samplesensuring accuracy safety and efficiency every step of the way.

Youll collaborate closely with Lab Management and the Ore Control Team contribute to continuous improvement efforts and help usmaintaina clean organized and high-performing work environment. Whetheryoureworking independently or as part of a team your contributions will help drive our mission forward.

WhatYoullBe Doing Supporting Our Zero Harm Commitment

• Safely collect track and process in-pit blasthole samples.

• Use field scanners and tablets to document sample data and ensure quality.

• Analyze sample results and support improvements in data accuracy.

• Prepare quality control samples and support our QA/QC program.

• Operate both manual and semi-automated lab equipment including NIR tools.

• Drive mobile equipment to access pit areas and deliver samples to the Central Lab.

• Follow standard procedures to ensure data integrity and lab compliance.

• Help write andmaintainSOPs SWIs JSAs and risk assessments.

• Troubleshoot equipment and resolve quality control issues with care and precision.

WhatYoullBring

• Confidence in using computers and digital tools.

• Strong communicationskills and a collaborative spirit.

• A deep commitment to safety and responsible work practices.

• Clear organized record-keeping and a proactive attitude.

• Motivation to learn and grow with minimal supervision.

• Basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills for lab equipment.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Previousexperience in a lab or with sample preparationwedlove to hear about it!

What We Offer:

We are committed to providing our employees with a generous benefits package. Be recognized for your contributionyourthinking your hard work and go home knowingyouvehelped the world progress. We provide:

• Inclusive Environment:A safety-focused and inclusive working environment.

• Competitive Salary:Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees.

• Health Programs:Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical prescription drug dental vision life insurance coverage and various voluntary benefits.

• Retirement Savings:Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401(k) matching program.

• Employee Share Program:Generous Rio Tinto employee share program allowing you topurchaseRio Tinto Company shares.

• Leave Policies:Comprehensive leave policies covering all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off) paid holidays and paid bereavement leave.

• Child-Caregiver Leave:Favorable child-caregiver leave program.

• Discount Programs:Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.

• Support Programs:Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family to help address educational opportunities addiction treatment depression stress domestic issuesfinancial management and legal concerns.

• Career Development:Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals.

WhereYoullBe Working:

Our Kennecott minelocatedjust outside Salt Lake City Utah is a world-class copper mining operation. We mine and process copper gold silver molybdenum tellurium and sulfuric acid. Since 1903 Kennecott has been a top producer contributing approximately 11% of U.S. annual copper production.