Hydromet EW Operator Trainee

Freeport-McMoRan • Bayard, NM

239d • $19 - $26

About The Position

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. Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching. The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone.

Requirements

• Three (3) months experience in one of the following areas: Mining/Manufacturing, Industrial Operations, Commercial Construction, Commercial Landscaping, Commercial Agriculture.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude.
• The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED.
• Willing and able to work in a physical labor-intensive environment, including walking five to ten-plus (5-10+) miles per day in the Tankhouse environment.
• Experience operating mobile material handling equipment (forklifts, mobile cranes, etc.).
• Willing and able to work a rotating shift in a 24/7/265 environment that includes days, nights, weekends, holidays, and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime according to business needs.
• Willing and able to wear all PPE required, including a full face respirator.

Responsibilities

• Safely performs duties related to the electro-winning process and maintenance of electrolytic cells.
• May assist with and perform cell maintenance such as draining cells, inspecting for damage, fixing leaks, hydro-blasting, cleaning, repairing/replacing level boxes, and replacing buffer sheets and boards.
• May assist with and perform harvesting of copper cathodes.
• Blank maintenance.
• Cathode pressing.
• Shipping of copper cathodes.
• May assist with and perform various tasks such as cutting cathode samples, washing down cell lines, and scrap processing.
• May operate mobile equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
• May assist maintenance personnel in performing routine and non-routine equipment maintenance activities.
• Perform area housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Education Level: High school or GED