Human Resources Generalist II

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an experienced HR professional for their Bagdad, Arizona operations. The role involves leading investigations, managing employee relations, and developing HR systems to enhance organizational capability.

Qualified candidates will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, along with relevant hands-on experience. The estimated salary is $75,000–$104,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and one (1) year professional human resources experience.
• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years professional human resources experience.
• High school diploma/GED and six (6) years professional human resources experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead employment and compliance‑based investigations.
• Act as the company’s sole representative during legal conflicts.
• Implement HR goals, processes, practices, and systems.

Skills

Understanding of Human Resources Management

Conflict resolution

Ability to coach leadership

Experience with investigation process

Strong communication skills

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma/GED

Job description

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production, and supports a culture built on 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 careers.

Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offer subsidized housing, 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.

What You Will Do

• Lead employment and compliance‑based investigations.
• Act as the company’s sole representative during legal and binding arbitration, appeal boards, and open‑door processes to settle disputes with employees.
• Collaborate with site HR and Operations leadership to provide advice on HR and labor regulatory issues; this may include coaching new HR team members.
• Collaborate with leadership in effective performance management (ensuring alignment with policies and procedures) and coach on developing effective pipeline and succession plans.
• Implement cost‑effective and practical HR solutions while ensuring the ability to attract and retain required skills.
• Implement projects as directed by site leadership, facilitating change management, engagement, coaching, and advising of stakeholders.
• Protect and maintain privacy of employee personnel records, including compensation information.
• Implement HR goals, processes, practices, and systems to build organizational and individual capability (staffing, performance management, training & development, employee relations).
• Guide leaders and employees regarding company policies, values, HR programs, and monitor for compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Analyze and use HR metrics, such as turnover, time‑system data, and overtime reports, to determine appropriate action, including supporting workforce planning and forecasting initiatives.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Master’s degree and one (1) year professional human resources experience; or
• Master’s degree and two (2) years related industrial or manufacturing employee relations experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years professional human resources experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years related industrial or manufacturing employee relations experience; or
• High school diploma/GED and six (6) years professional human resources experience.
• Understand the business operations from both a strategic and tactical perspective.
• Understanding of and experience with most or all core aspects of Human Resources Management (staffing, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, leadership development, training, etc.).
• Experience working within a dispute resolution process.
• Experience independently leading an investigation process.
• Experience addressing complex employee relations issues autonomously.
• Experience independently handling routine and complex scenarios utilizing various resources.
• Experience leading a project to completion.
• Ability to address and resolve workplace conflicts.
• Courage to make tough decisions and deliver difficult messages with professionalism, poise, and diplomacy skills. Standing by decisions.
• Ability to coach and influence leadership at all levels of the organization.
• Possess a consultative/collaborative style and approach with proven ability to build credible relationships with business partners.
• Confident communicator, including written and verbal skills, effective at all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and ambiguous business conditions.
• Demonstrates high level of integrity and absolute confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business, or related discipline.
• PHR/SPHR certification.
• Mining or industrial setting experience.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $75,000–$104,000. 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. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

• 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 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 ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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