Metallurgist I

　　Requisition ID: 129144

　　Location:

　　Safford, AZ, US, 85546

　　Category: Scientific Services

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　　Description:

　　Freeport-McMoRan is a leading international mining company with headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. We operate large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable reserves of copper, gold, and molybdenum. The company has a dynamic portfolio of operating, expansion and growth projects in the copper industry. Freeport-McMoRan is one of the world’s largest publicly traded copper producers, the world’s largest producer of molybdenum and a significant gold producer. We have a long and successful history of conducting our business in a safe, highly efficient and socially-responsible manner.

　　We have the assets, the talent, the drive and the financial strength to provide attractive and rewarding careers of our employees. We encourage you to take the time to explore the opportunity to advance your career at Freeport-McMoRan.

　　Description

　　Under close supervision, assists in providing technical support and advice in Metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site.

　　Assists in Metallurgical studies and conducting analyses

　　Prepares standard reports on Metallurgical or process issues and assists in recommending appropriate action to resolve or correct issues

　　Assists in reviewing new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols

　　Assists in evaluating and administering contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment

　　Develops and maintains an understanding of applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations applicable to area of assignment

　　Performs other duties as required

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline

　　Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in Metallurgical and processing analyses

　　Able to conduct research and analyze information or considerable difficulty to draw valid conclusions

　　Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions

　　Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

　　Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

　　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 30 pounds) during the course of the work day

　　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

　　At Freeport, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, rewards value and impact, and encourages safe production. Benefits and compensation are foundational elements of this package, along with career development opportunities, job progression and a culture supported by our core values, among others. Learn more at:FCX Jobs - Working Here (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Working-Here/?locale=en_US)

　　Benefits:

　　We provide an industry-leading benefits package with some of the lowest cost to employees – offering health, wellness, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and more. These benefits are available to you and your dependents starting day one. Our comprehensive benefits program is important to how we support the health and wellness of employees and their families. For further benefits information please click here: Benefits Details (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/benefits_overview%202023_FINAL.pdf)

　　Compensation:

　　The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $73,000-$100,000. 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 discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. To view an example of a Total Rewards Estimate for this role click here: Total Rewards Estimate (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total_Rewards_Estimate_4.4.pdf)

　　Safety / Work Conditions:

　　Candidates will be required to participate in a post-offer, pre-employment medical examination for the following positions which may have essential job duties that can impact both their own safety and the safety of others:

　　Site-based positions, or positions which require unescorted access to site-based operational areas, which are held by employees who are required to receive MSHA, OSHA, DOT, HAZWOPER and/or Hazard Recognition Training; or

　　Positions which are held by employees who operate equipment, machinery or motor vehicles in furtherance of performing the essential functions of their job duties, including operating motor vehicles while on Company business or travel (for this purpose “motor vehicles” includes Company owned or leased motor vehicles and personal motor vehicles used by employees in furtherance of Company business or while on Company travel).

　　Equal Opportunity Employer