Mill Operator I: Safe, Growth‑Focused Production

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Parshall (CO); On-site; USD 3,581,760 - 4,546,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Career progression

Job summary

Freeport‑McMoRan's Henderson mine and mill seeks a Mill operator to safely run and monitor the mill processes for copper and molybdenum concentrates. You will take readings, adjust operations, and support maintenance and equipment handling in a complex processing facility.

The role is on site with a $1,450 monthly housing allowance; the company emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to environmental policies while offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of experience in Mill process operations.
• Academic and practical competencies required (LOP) and ability to pass written assessment.
• Knowledge of wet grind system and flow through mill and flotation area.
• Knowledge of the filtering and drying process.
• May require Hazmat training per DOT regulations.
• Knowledge of placard system to identify hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of environmental policies and reporting of issues.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform duties related to the production of copper and/or molybdenum concentrates in the Mill at a skilled level.
• Complete duties within the Mill process including operations in grinding, COB, ball Mill, flotation cells, and related areas.
• Take process readings and make adjustments as needed.
• Use electronic process monitoring to oversee conveyor and plant systems.
• Perform start‑up and shut‑down of plant or related systems.
• Operate processing equipment and perform basic maintenance; report issues.
• May operate mobile equipment and conduct area housekeeping and safety audits.

Skills

Mill process operations

Wet grind systems

Filtration and drying

Hazmat training

Placard system

Environmental policies

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport‑McMoRan's Henderson mine and mill seeks a Mill operator to safely run and monitor the mill processes for copper and molybdenum concentrates. You will take readings, adjust operations, and support maintenance and equipment handling in a complex processing facility.

The role is on site with a $1,450 monthly housing allowance; the company emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to environmental policies while offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for progression.