Hydromet EW Operator Trainee

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad, AZ is seeking an entry-level Hydromet EW Operator Trainee to learn the electro-winning process and support maintenance of electrolytic cells in a heavy industrial setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 3 months of related experience, and willingness to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation; training and safety are prioritized.

Qualifications

• Must have completed academic and practical competencies and pass a written assessment.
• Ability to apply knowledge and skills in safety-focused mining operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform electro-winning process duties and maintain electrolytic cells.
• Assist with cell maintenance, leaks repair, hydro-blasting, and related tasks.
• Harvest copper cathodes and handle shipping prep.
• Operate mobile equipment like cranes and forklifts.
• Perform routine and non-routine equipment maintenance.
• Keep area clean and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mining/Manufacturing experience

Industrial operations exposure

Commercial construction exposure

Commercial landscaping exposure

Commercial agriculture exposure

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Mobile cranes

Safety PPE knowledge

Job description

Why You Should Apply For This Job

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.

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.

Title: Hydromet EW Operator Trainee
Requisition ID: 147724
Location: Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321
Category: Operations

What You Will Do

• 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

What You Bring To Freeport

• 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 (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
• 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 (which requires a clean shaven face) as may be required by the job duties
• Previous relative work experience preferably in the mining industry

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $20.00 - $26.50/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.

• 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 on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nearest Major Market: Prescott

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