Smelter Operator I - SRB Crusher

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Claypool (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is hiring for a skilled worker to support smelting operations at the Miami, Globe, and Claypool region in Arizona. The role involves handling equipment in multiple plant areas, following safety procedures, and assisting with maintenance and SOP updates.

Eligible candidates will have at least six months of material handling experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation. Competitive hourly pay and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience with material handling equipment.
• Good communication skills are required.
• Must complete the required academic and practical competencies and pass a written assessment if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in the Isa smelting vessel area and related processes.
• Work around electric furnace components and slag handling tasks.
• Assist with maintenace activities and procedural SOP updates as needed.
• Perform housekeeping and ensure safe operations in various plant sections.
• Support other shift duties and participate in 24/7 operation requirements.

Skills

Material handling equipment

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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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 Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona ’ s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry ’ s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more.

Description

Skilled worker who under supervision safely performs duties related to the smelting of metals from ore in various areas of the plant.

• Completes duties within assigned area or areas that could include the utility area, the Isa, the electric furnace, the convertors, the anode plant and the acid plant
• Responsibilities within the Isa smelting vessel area include:
  • Operating tapping machines and belting systems
  • Working on and around an industrial boiler
• Responsibilities within the electric furnace area include:
  • Operating tapping machines
  • Operating a slag hauler (cress)
  • Cleaning launders which are used for molten metal transfers
  • Working around ventilation equipment which includes fans and scrubbers
  • Working with electrode-hydraulic systems
  • Performing housekeeping and minor maintenance activities such as troubleshooting equipment for smelter maintenance mechanics
• Responsibilities within the convertor area include:
  • Running belt systems
  • Handling silica flux and reverts
  • Operating a rotary furnace convertor
• Responsibilities within the anode plant include:
  • Working on water systems, casting systems, hydraulic systems, and refining processes
• Responsibilities within the acid plant include:
  • Assisting with, and performing the starting and stopping of valves and pumps
  • Opening and closing valves
  • Acid stream sample retrieval
  • Analyzing samples for acid strength
  • Processing and analyzing samples in onsite lab
• Responsibilities within the utility area include:
  • Unloading railcars that contain copper concentrate
  • Unloading bulk bags with various recycled materials such as foundry sands, precious metal scraps, and sludge that contains copper or precious metals
  • Managing truck unloading of copper concentrate, revert material, and silica
  • Transferring materials via belt systems that are distributed to different areas within the smelter
• May assist with maintenance activities such as changing valves and piping
• May operate skid-steer loaders, front-end loaders, 35 ton haul trucks, 75 ton overhead cranes, track excavators, forklifts, graders, water trucks, and vacuum trucks
• May mentor and train fellow employees
• May modify and create smelter operations standard operating procedures (SOP's)
• Perform area housekeeping
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Six (6) months of experience with material handling equipment
• Possess good communication skills
• 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

High School diploma or GED

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 setting, 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 required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms and work in confined spaces

Occasionally may be required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds during the course of the work day

Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation

Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any 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 pay range for this role is currently$23.00 - $31.00/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

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