Hydromet EW Operator I

About the role

Operate process equipment in the electro-winning process and completes maintenance of electrolytic cells at a skilled level.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment in the electro-winning process; monitors the processes and makes adjustments as needed
• Completes harvesting of copper cathodes
• Completes cell maintenance duties to include setting a jumper frame, draining cells, inspecting for damage, fixing leaks, hydro-blasting, cleaning, repairing/replacing level boxed, and replacing buffer sheets and boards
• Performs starter sheet fabrication which may include operating a rigidizer, a loop slitter, and an upender
• Computer cathode pressing which may include detecting and correcting improper plating conditions, operating a cathode press, and ensuring proper cathode alignment
• Collects and runs plant samples
• Completes various tasks related to the shipping of copper cathodes which may include weighting bundles, banding bundles, and loading trucks
• Affixes to maintenance personnel in performing equipment maintenance activities
• May operate a Stripping machine to strip copper sheets
• Operates mobile equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts
• Performs area housekeeping
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements

Six (6) months of experience in Hydromet processing operations

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

Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

Skills

N/A

Benefits

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $24.00 - $32.00/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.

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 .