Laboratory Assistant

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a fixed-term position in the chemical laboratory at SSAB's Raahe plant, for the period December 2026–September 2027. Your duties include recording samples and results in the laboratory information system, preparing samples, conducting analyses, and tasks related to method development and quality control. The work is daytime work. To succeed in the role, you need laboratory-sector education and fluent Finnish. Experience in water analysis, working in an accredited laboratory and different types of equipment (ICP-OES, chromatographs, combustion equipment, spectrophotometers, titrators) is an advantage. We expect you to have an active approach to safety, initiative, cooperation skills, accuracy, care and flexibility in changing situations. Main duties - Recording samples and results - Preparing samples - Conducting analyses - Quality control What we expect from you - Laboratory-sector education - Work experience in water analyses and different types of equipment, preferably in an accredited laboratory - An active approach to safety - A positive and responsible working style, independently and as part of a team - Good Finnish-language skills What we offer We offer our employees a wide range of valued benefits. Here are a few examples: - Incentive-pay programmes - Extended occupational healthcare - Recreation benefits Recruitment process Application Interview Assessments Reference checks Health examination Signing the employment contract A background check may be part of the recruitment process. The health examination also includes a drug test. For further information about the position on weekdays, contact: Terhi Suoranta, Team Leader +358 50 314 3766 terhi.suoranta@ssab.com We do not accept enquiries from recruitment agencies or advertising sales representatives concerning this application. A message from your future supervisor: “The chemical laboratory at SSAB's Raahe plant has a broad scope of work. We analyse environmental monitoring and emissions-trading samples, process raw materials, circulating water and by-products, as well as research samples. The relatively new premises, modern equipment and clear instructions provide a good basis for working. There are plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and develop your laboratory skills. The strength of the team is its diversity: some have gained decades of experience in the same tasks, while others bring fresh perspectives based on a range of backgrounds. Come and join us!” Our culture At SSAB, we strive to create an environment where every team member is heard, valued, empowered and engaged. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and that everyone contributes to our collective success. We use our values – driven, true and ahead – in making everyday decisions, keeping the customer at the heart of what we do. This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges. We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace. If you set out to achieve it, at SSAB you will have the possibility of broadening your skills and grow within your field or beyond.