Metallurgist II

Freeport-McMoRan•Claypool, AZ

7d•$90,000 - $124,500•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 Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more. What You Will Do Assist in Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes, or procedures. Report on Metallurgical or process issues and make recommendation to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues. Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols. Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process. Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations. Maintain current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field, OR
Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or related Engineering discipline and two (2) years of related experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field.
Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex Metallurgical and processing analyses.
Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and 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

Proficiency in or working familiarity with Power BI, ArcGIS, Propeller, and Blackfox.
Experience with leaching and/or SX/EW processes.

Responsibilities

Assist in Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes, or procedures.
Report on Metallurgical or process issues and make recommendation to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues.
Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols.
Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process.
Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations.
Maintain current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
Perform other duties as required.