Senior Process Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay is seeking a Senior Process Manager to oversee mineral processing plants in Sahuarita, AZ. The role entails ensuring safety compliance and optimizing production processes through effective teamwork and technical input. Ideal candidates will have a degree in metallurgy or engineering along with substantial experience in processing plant operations.

Benefits

Annual performance bonuses

Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in metallurgical teams operating processing plants.
• Ability to optimize production through understanding of metallurgy and production schedules.
• Familiarity with copper flotation processing plants.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with external consultants during design and commissioning.
• Assist with planning and delivery of budget revenue to meet production targets.
• Oversee the safety and health plan execution.

Skills

Knowledge to read and interpret production plans

Safety management

Collaboration

Asset utilization

Education

University degree in mineral processing Metallurgy or Engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Date: May 13, 2025

Location: Helvitia, AZ

Company: Copper World, Inc.

Role Title:

Senior Process Manager

Reports to:

Metallurgical Manager

Direct Reports:

Yes

Job Type:

Full-time, Regular

Location:

Sahuarita, AZ

About Hudbay:

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Roll Accountabilities:

• Work closely with external consultants and Hudbay SME’s through design, construction, and commissioning of the mineral processing plants.

• Develop deep understanding of Copper World ore characteristics, expected metallurgical response, concentrator and leach plant design.

Safety, Health and the Environment:

• Safety and health of all employees in your area and execution of the area safety plan.

• Contribute to the development of the Safety and Health Plan for self and department including standards and controls.

• Provide support to investigate significant incidents (as requested).

• Provide subordinates (staff and hourly) with a thorough knowledge of applicable government and company safety regulations

Planning

• Assist with planning and delivery of budget revenue by meeting or exceeding metal production targets

• Assist Metallurgy Manager with updating and formulation of production forecasts, capital, operating and production budgets

Production (Technical)

• Develops a detailed understanding of the process flow sheets and operation of concentrator (and leach plant).

• Direct technical input into the operation of the processing plant to ensure budget and forecast production targets are met.

• Identification and rapid implementation of improvement opportunities, actively seeking opportunities for increased free cash flow and reduced costs. Subsequently guiding Plant Metallurgy team to assist in planning and execution.

• An active involvement in processing plant commissioning tasks, providing robust product for the operating team and delivering on expected performance gains.

• Prepares scopes and carries out laboratory and plant test work using a range of analytical techniques and equipment to support production quality control programs.

• Regular monitoring of routine mineralogical test work data to inform longer term projects and plant operating philosophy

• Assist Metallurgy Manager with completion of end of month metal balance reconciliation

People:

• Provide mentoring and coaching to area specific Metallurgical technicians and operations personnel for continuous performance improvement

Compliance

• Comply with all systems that will provide integrity, timely and relevant information flow, openness and transparency, effective risk management, and sound controls consistent with Copper World maintenance systems.

• Take all necessary actions to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, legislation, regulations, policies, work standards, and governance.

Minimum Qualifications and Education:

• University degree in mineral processing Metallurgy or Engineering

• 5+ years’ experience in metallurgical teams operating processing plants

• Knowledge to read and interpret production plans, metallurgy, and production schedules to optimize production.

• Familiarity with copper flotation processing plants, including flotation of oxides essential.

• Familiarity with concentrate leach technology would be an asset.

• Theoretical understanding and practical experience with safety management, asset utilization, communication, process variation (SPC), and management accounting

• Demonstrated skill to plan, establish targets/standards, schedule resources, and conduct work effectively to achieve a pre-defined target.

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to recommend corrective actions based on monitoring the conditions that could adversely affect, under or exceed, the scheduled production targets.

Other Requirements:

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.

• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:

  • Annual performance bonuses

  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.

  • Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term .

  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.

• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.