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Rio Tinto A great opportunity to work for a global company at the forefront of mining. Advance your career and develop your leadership potential in a pioneering organisation. We offer competitive paid parental leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements. A great opportunity to work for a global company at the forefront of mining Advance your career and develop your leadership potential in a pioneering organisation We offer competitive paid parental leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements For Illinois-based roles the expected global compensation is $121,000 – 135,500 For California-based roles the expected global compensation is $134,000 – 145,000 Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company with operations in 35 countries, producing essential resources such as iron ore, aluminium, copper, lithium, borates, and other critical minerals. About The Role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. This role is a great opportunity to be a key contributor to the growth strategy of Rio Tinto’s borates (U.S. Borax) business. Lead projects to develop and commercialise new borate products and new applications for borates Produce technical market analysis studies to increase the company’s knowledge and understanding of borate end-uses Provide technical support to our borate customers, providing high quality answers to technical questions in a clear, complete and timely fashion Generate innovation ideas for borates, design and lead innovation and idea generation workshops Identify the need for, and design and provide customer training / workshops Monitor changes in the market / external research activities that could impact demand for borates and other Rio Tinto products Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Stewardship, Quality, and Production to understand customers’ needs and provide timely support Represent and advocate for our brand by participating in and presenting at conferences and industry events across various borates end-use sectors Fully support Rio Tinto’s health, safety and environmental programs by participating in compliance and corporate programs About You
To be successful in this role you should have Minimum of a master’s degree in a physical science field such as materials science, chemistry, applied physics, or a related discipline. At least 7 years of professional experience in one or more industrial sectors relevant to borates end uses, including glass, ceramics, refractories, chemicals, metal processing, building materials, or agriculture. Project management & organisation skills – you will have led projects through to completion. Commercial acumen – you will be able to demonstrate ability to assess and monitor the commercial viability / attractiveness of projects You will have worked successfully in a wide variety of teams and may have worked variously as team leader, team member, subject matter expert and stakeholder You must be a seasoned, adept communicator with excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Learning agility – you’ll need to develop your own knowledge about Rio Tinto borate products, customers and borate applications by learning from colleagues and through independent study Proficiency in data analysis; inferential statistics / DoE would be beneficial Proficiency in typical software tools such as MS Office This role requires domestic and international travel approximately 20–30% of the time, depending on business needs and customer engagement opportunities. What We Offer
Be recognized for your contributions, innovative thinking and dedication, and leave each day knowing you’ve helped the world progress. A work environment where safety is always the number one priority Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program Attractive share ownership plan Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life PTO, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Personify Health with incentives supporting your wellbeing Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Technical Marketing Specialist
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Rio Tinto A great opportunity to work for a global company at the forefront of mining. Advance your career and develop your leadership potential in a pioneering organisation. We offer competitive paid parental leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements. A great opportunity to work for a global company at the forefront of mining Advance your career and develop your leadership potential in a pioneering organisation We offer competitive paid parental leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements For Illinois-based roles the expected global compensation is $121,000 – 135,500 For California-based roles the expected global compensation is $134,000 – 145,000 Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company with operations in 35 countries, producing essential resources such as iron ore, aluminium, copper, lithium, borates, and other critical minerals. About The Role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. This role is a great opportunity to be a key contributor to the growth strategy of Rio Tinto’s borates (U.S. Borax) business. Lead projects to develop and commercialise new borate products and new applications for borates Produce technical market analysis studies to increase the company’s knowledge and understanding of borate end-uses Provide technical support to our borate customers, providing high quality answers to technical questions in a clear, complete and timely fashion Generate innovation ideas for borates, design and lead innovation and idea generation workshops Identify the need for, and design and provide customer training / workshops Monitor changes in the market / external research activities that could impact demand for borates and other Rio Tinto products Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Product Stewardship, Quality, and Production to understand customers’ needs and provide timely support Represent and advocate for our brand by participating in and presenting at conferences and industry events across various borates end-use sectors Fully support Rio Tinto’s health, safety and environmental programs by participating in compliance and corporate programs About You
To be successful in this role you should have Minimum of a master’s degree in a physical science field such as materials science, chemistry, applied physics, or a related discipline. At least 7 years of professional experience in one or more industrial sectors relevant to borates end uses, including glass, ceramics, refractories, chemicals, metal processing, building materials, or agriculture. Project management & organisation skills – you will have led projects through to completion. Commercial acumen – you will be able to demonstrate ability to assess and monitor the commercial viability / attractiveness of projects You will have worked successfully in a wide variety of teams and may have worked variously as team leader, team member, subject matter expert and stakeholder You must be a seasoned, adept communicator with excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Learning agility – you’ll need to develop your own knowledge about Rio Tinto borate products, customers and borate applications by learning from colleagues and through independent study Proficiency in data analysis; inferential statistics / DoE would be beneficial Proficiency in typical software tools such as MS Office This role requires domestic and international travel approximately 20–30% of the time, depending on business needs and customer engagement opportunities. What We Offer
Be recognized for your contributions, innovative thinking and dedication, and leave each day knowing you’ve helped the world progress. A work environment where safety is always the number one priority Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program Attractive share ownership plan Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life PTO, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Personify Health with incentives supporting your wellbeing Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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