Refinery Operations Helper

Freeport-McMoRan; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Insurance discounts (pet/auto/home)

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking personnel for our El Paso rod and refining plant to support production, safety, and reliability initiatives. The role involves assisting in unloading and preparation activities, operating mobile equipment, and maintaining a clean, hazard-free work environment.

Candidates should have at least six months of related experience, strong English communication, and the ability to learn and adapt within a 24/7 plant setting.

Qualifications

• Must have six months related experience.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and pass any required written assessment.
• Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication in English.
• Able to ascend/descend ladders and walk on uneven surfaces.
• Willingness to learn and apply new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production processes such as unloading, efficiency, stripper, and anode/cathodes preparation.
• Operate mobile equipment in the plant.
• Perform labor tasks and keep facilities clean and safe from hazards.
• Meet the progression program's skill level criteria.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Safety awareness

Team interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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

Our rod and refining plant in El Paso, Texas, is a key contributor to our ranking as one of the world’s largest manufacturers of continuous cast copper rod – a main material used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products. The refinery has the potential to operate at an annual production capacity of about 900 million pounds of copper cathode, which is sufficient to refine all the copper anode we produce at our Miami operations in Arizona. The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium.

The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities, many community colleges and numerous schools. Some popular attractions include the International Museum of Art, National Border Patrol Museum and Franklin Mountain State Park. There are many shopping centers, parks, hiking trails and numerous restaurants for our employees and their families to enjoy.

What You Will Do

• Assist in production process such as unloading, efficiency, stripper, and anode/cathodes preparation.
• Operate mobile equipment.
• Perform labor type work and keep facilities clean and free from job related safety hazards.
• Complete the appropriate skill level criteria of the progression program.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Must have six (6) months related experience.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP (Line of Progression) Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required mechanical aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and technical skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on technical skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge and safety.
• Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company.
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders.
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability and willingness to learn and apply new or changing job-related tasks as required

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating heavy industrial equipment/processes.
• Experience with basic hand/power tools
• Basic computer skills
• Able to work in a hot and humid environment

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently$19.00 - $24.00/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.

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [e-mail].