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Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work-life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.

Capstone employees are eligible for an extensive total rewards package, designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This package includes, but is not limited to:

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Processing Operations Planner is responsible for developing and executing short-term and long-term operations plans and schedules for the Concentrator at Pinto Valley Mine. This role ensures operations activities are planned, resourced, and scheduled to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Primary focus is working with the operations and day labor crews to make sure operations tasked are completed and planned correctly in coordination with major maintenance activities.

The position works closely with maintenance, operations, and support teams to optimize equipment availability, improve reliability, and ensure alignment with site performance targets and SAP work management processes.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning & Scheduling: Develop detailed daily, weekly, and long-term maintenance/operations plans and schedules for the concentrator, ensuring work is prioritized, resourced, and aligned with equipment strategies.

• Work Management: Manage work orders within the SAP system, including prioritization, scope definition, labor estimates, and schedule development to support efficient execution.

• Resource Coordination: Identify and coordinate required parts, materials, tools, equipment, and contractor support to ensure readiness for planned work.

• Field Coordination: Work closely with supervisors and crews in the field to validate job scope, confirm resource needs, and ensure plans are executable.

• Maintenance Strategy Support: Support preventive and predictive maintenance/operational programs, equipment reliability initiatives, and condition monitoring efforts.

• Performance & Cost Management: Support achievement of safety, equipment availability, and cost targets through effective planning, scheduling, and resource utilization.

• Contractor & Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure work is executed in compliance with site standards and schedules.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, equipment performance, and overall maintenance efficiency.

• Reporting & Meetings: Prepare and provide planning and scheduling reports and participate in daily, weekly, and long-term planning meetings.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in maintenance or operational planning and scheduling, preferably in mining or heavy industrial operations

• Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance, operations, or related technical roles

• Strong knowledge of maintenance or operational planning, scheduling, and work management processes

• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance practices

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Outlook

• Experience using SAP or similar work management systems

• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Preferred

• Experience planning maintenance/operational tasks for mining equipment, facilities, concentrator, SXEW, or tailings operations

• SAP experience with Asset Management or planning modules

• Background as a maintenance planner, supervisor, craftsperson, or engineer

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Combination of office-based planning work and field-based coordination in an active mining operation

• Approximately 80% office work and 20% field interaction

• Walking on uneven ground and navigating industrial work areas

• Exposure to dust, noise, heat, and varying weather conditions

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in operational areas

All candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol test, and background check. All positions require a pre-placement physical examination to ensure candidates are 'fit for duty’. Additional training and/or testing may be required. Capstone maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

CAPSTONE COPPER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.