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Freeport McMoRan

Senior Metallurgist

Bagdad, AZ

$97K - $138K/yr

Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process * Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for ...

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Senior Metallurgist

Bagdad, AZ · On-site

$97K - $138K/yr

Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process * Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for ...

Freeport McMoRan Inc.

Senior Metallurgist

Bagdad, AZ · On-site

$98 - $138/hr

Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process * Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for ...

Freeport McMoRan

Senior Metallurgist

Bagdad, AZ

$97K - $138K/yr

... Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment ...

Freeport McMoRan

Senior Metallurgist

Bagdad, AZ · On-site

$97K - $138K/yr

Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process * Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for ...

Freeport McMoRan Inc.

$98 - $138/hr

Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process * Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for ...

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Benteler

Metallurgical Lab Technician 1

Shreveport, LA · On-site

Quality Management Career Level: Entry-Level Position Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time Weekly ... Perform various metallurgical testing methods and analyze results in accordance with regulatory and ...

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Metallurgist II

Bagdad, AZ · On-site

$87K - $120K/yr

Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols. * Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process. * Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the ...

Freeport McMoRan

Metallurgist II

Bagdad, AZ

$87K - $120K/yr

Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols. Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process. Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the ...

Freeport McMoRan

Metallurgist II

Bagdad, AZ

$87K - $120K/yr

Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols. * Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process. * Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the ...

Freeport McMoRan

Metallurgist II

Bagdad, AZ · On-site

$87K - $120K/yr

Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols. * Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process. * Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the ...

Freeport McMoRan

Metallurgist I

Morenci, AZ · On-site

$75K - $104K/yr

Assists in reviewing new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Assists in evaluating and administering contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment

Freeport McMoRan

Metallurgist I

Morenci, AZ · On-site

$75K - $104K/yr

Assists in reviewing new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols * Assists in evaluating and administering contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment

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Senior Metallurgist

Freeport McMoRan

Bagdad, AZ

$97K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Freeport-McMoRan rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 41 rated mining

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. Apply Today!     

Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.  Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

Description
Under general supervision, provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership in Metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site.
 
  • Conducts, plans and assists with Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes or procedures at assigned site
  • Serves as technical expert on complex Metallurgical testing
  • Reports metallurgical or process issues and makes recommendations to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues
  • Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols
  • Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process
  • Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
  • Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations
  • Maintains current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulations
  • May contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for Metallurgical testing
  • May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams
  • Performs other duties as required
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field, OR
  • Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field
  • Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex Metallurgical and processing analyses
  • Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
  • Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Preferred
 
  • Hydrometallurgy and/or leaching experience
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 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 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 objects (up to 30 pounds) during the course of the workday
  • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, or manufacturing 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 annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. 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. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.  

  • 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 HRSC@fmi.com.  

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