Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Freeport-McMoRan; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist in Safford, AZ. You will assess exposures, develop controls, and support health and safety programs in a mining environment.

You will lead safety audits, train staff, coordinate with regulators, and assist in workers’ compensation processes, with a focus on maintaining a safe, compliant workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, or closely related scientific or technical discipline (no experience required).
• Internship or co-op experience in mining or industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist or conduct detailed exposure assessments and implement controls for occupational health hazards.
• Lead safety audits and ensure compliance with regulatory laws.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management; communicate effectively.
• Train staff in health and safety procedures.
• Administer workers’ compensation program and coordinate with insurers.
• Accompany inspectors and document field activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, or closely related scientific or technical discipline

Job description

Title: Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Requisition ID: 147941

Location: Safford, AZ, US, 85546

Category: Health & Safety

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

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

Description

• Assist or conduct detailed exposure assessments, analyses of operational procedures, facility design, equipment and materials, and audits. Develop, recommend and facilitate implementation of appropriate controls for occupational health hazards.
• Directs employee engagement activities such as risk assessments and raising general occupational health awareness to employees, managers, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare appropriate reports and presentations for management. Communicate effectively in one-on-one and group situations, both verbally and in writing.
• Conducts and leads safety audits and inspects facilities within area of responsibility to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory laws.
• Manages functions or projects and may have supervisory responsibilities.
• Trains staff from multiple divisions in health and safety procedures, including specialized occupational health training (e.g., confined space, hearing conservation) and Annual Refresher Training as required.
• Accompanies MSHA/OSHA/State Mine Inspectors and document regulated field activities.
• Conducts health and safety orientations, visit work sites and distribute literature to implement and promote health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• May administer workers’ compensation program for the company, including interacting with workers’ compensation insurers, monitoring claims, developing and administering loss prevention and rehabilitation management/monitoring programs, maintain files, and provide necessary support in defense of claims.
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, or closely related scientific or technical discipline with no experience required.

Preferred

• At least one (1) internship or co‑op experience (or equivalent) working in mining or industrial environment

Criteria/Conditions

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds during the course of the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and other protective equipment as required
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre- employment drug testing and on- going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently$65,000-$90,000. 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.

• 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: Safford

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