Hydromet EW Operator I

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly housing allowance

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and sick time

Tuition assistance

Discounted insurance plans

Job summary

A mining company located in Morenci, Arizona, is seeking skilled operators for their electro-winning process. The role involves operating process equipment, performing maintenance on electrolytic cells, and harvesting copper cathodes. Candidates should have at least six months of experience in Hydromet processing operations and a high school diploma or GED. The position offers competitive pay between $24.00 and $32.00/hour, with additional benefits, including medical, dental, and housing allowances.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience in Hydromet processing operations.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills through written assessment.
• Willingness to pass medical and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment in the electro-winning process.
• Perform maintenance duties on electrolytic cells.
• Harvest copper cathodes and ensure proper processes.
• Assist maintenance personnel in equipment maintenance.

Skills

Hydromet processing operations

Maintenance of electrolytic cells

Mobile equipment operation

Housekeeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

What You Will Do

• Operate process equipment in the electro-winning process and completes maintenance of electrolytic cells at a skilled level.
• Operate process equipment in the electro-winning process; monitors the processes and makes adjustments as needed
• Completes harvesting of copper cathodes
• Perform cell maintenance duties to include setting a jumper frame, draining cells, inspecting for damage, fixing leaks, hydro-blasting, cleaning, repairing/replacing level boxed, and replacing buffer sheets and boards
• Perform starter sheet fabrication which may include operating a rigidizer, a loop slitter, and an upender
• Computer cathode pressing which may include detecting and correcting improper plating conditions, operating a cathode press, and ensuring proper cathode alignment
• Collecting and running plant samples
• Completes various tasks related to the shipping of copper cathodes which may include weighting bundles, banding bundles, and loading trucks
• Assist maintenance personnel in performing equipment maintenance activities
• May operate a Stripping machine to strip copper sheets
• Operates mobile equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts
• Perform area housekeeping
• Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Six (6) months of experience in Hydromet processing operations
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) 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. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $24.00 - $32.00/hour. 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.

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• 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 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 on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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