Chief Metallurgist

Requisition ID: 131457

Location:

Morenci, AZ, US, 85540

Category: Scientific Services

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. _Apply Today!  _

Where You Will Work  

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website  to learn more.

Description

Under limited supervision, plans, organizes, supervises and evaluates Metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site. Responsible for establishing Metallurgical performance targets forthe site.

Supervises and develops Metallurgical staff

Anticipates threats and opportunities to the production forecast. Reviews, recommends and implements strategies to achieve forecast production levels

Defines Metallurgical reporting targets. Reports Metallurgical or process issues/problems, completes data analysis and makes recommendations to appropriate site management for correction or operational improvement opportunities

Supervises or may serve as technical expert on the most complex Metallurgical testing

Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for Metallurgical testing

Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations

Leads the process of predicting production and making production forecasts for the assigned unit process

Contributes to the preparation of technical reports. Provides data analysis, economic evaluations. Supervise or review, investigate and troubleshoot forecasts and other operational data. Determines cause of production shortfalls and recommends solutions

Reviews, recommends and implements new or enhanced testing equipment or protocols

Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment

May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline and seven (7) years of experience in Metallurgy or closely related Scientific field, including lead or supervisory experience, OR

Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years of experience in Metallurgy or closely related Scientific field, including lead or supervisory experience

Ability to mentor and lead others in company safety and environmental initiatives, culture and values. Drives action in existing programs and makes process changes with a safety environmental focus

Understands technical and operational aspects of the unit operations assigned

Demonstrated ability to predict and make production forecasts for the assigned unit process

Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information in a clear and concise form

Demonstrated ability to research, recognize and identify the interdependence of complex process variables within the scope to anticipate issues, draw valid conclusions and make recommendations

Demonstrated ability to be lead and manage large projects, and provide timely and quality results

Demonstrated ability to anticipate technical needs, drive and optimize complex metallurgical test work based on complex data analysis and make recommendations for process improvement changes

Experience effectively leading or being involved in multi-disciplinary groups and demonstrate accountability of work to self and other team members

Skill in supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees

Skill in preparing, defending, and monitoring budgets

Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, engage, lead and empower internal or external resources to solve problems. Adapts management style

Preferred

NoneCriteria/Conditions

Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English

Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards

Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment

Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see

Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the course of the workday

Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, or manufacturing plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $113,000-$158,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance.  Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration.  Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements.  More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines

Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits 

Company-paid life and disability insurance 

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match 

Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave 

Tuition assistance 

Employee Assistance Program 

Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle 

Internal progression opportunities 

Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package! 

*What We Require  *

Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam. 

Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing. 

Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation. 

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws. 

*Equal Opportunity Employer *

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