Metallurgist I

Freeport McMoRan•Bagdad, AZ

4d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

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. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more. This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Requirements

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
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.

Nice To Haves

SX experience

Responsibilities

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