Hydromet EW Operator Trainee
Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.
The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Safely perform duties related to the electro-winning process and maintenance of electrolytic cells.
- Assist with and perform cell maintenance such as draining cells, inspecting for damage, fixing leaks, hydro-blasting, cleaning, repairing/replacing level boxes, and replacing buffer sheets and boards.
- Assist with and perform harvesting of copper cathodes, blank maintenance, cathode pressing, and shipping of copper cathodes.
- Perform various tasks such as cutting cathode samples, washing down cell lines, and scrap processing.
- Operate mobile equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Assist maintenance personnel in performing routine and non-routine equipment maintenance activities.
- Perform area housekeeping.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Three (3) months experience in one of the following areas: Mining/Manufacturing, Industrial Operations, Commercial Construction, Commercial Landscaping, or Commercial Agriculture.
- 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.
- Ability to apply knowledge and skills while passing a written assessment where required, based on skills/abilities, academic knowledge, and safety.
- Willing and able to work in a physical labor-intensive environment, including walking five to ten-plus (5-10+) miles per day in the Tankhouse environment.
- Willing and able to work a rotating shift in a 24/7/365 environment that includes days, nights, weekends, holidays, and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime according to business needs.
- Willing and able to wear all PPE required, including a full face respirator (which requires a clean shaven face) as may be required by the job duties.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED.
- Experience operating mobile material handling equipment (forklifts, mobile cranes, etc.).
- Previous relative work experience preferably in the mining industry.
Benefits
- 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.
Pay
The estimated pay range for this role is $21.00 - $27.00/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.
Schedule
- Rotating shift in a 24/7/365 environment, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam and all required training and/or testing. 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.