Leach Operator Trainee - Hydromet

About the role

At Freeport-McMoRan, you'll find a collaborative environment focused on safety, where your opinions are valued and you're empowered to grow in your career.

Responsibilities

• Safely performs duties related to the electro-winning process and maintenance of electrolytic cells.
• May 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.
• Assists with and performs Harvesting of copper cathodes, Blank maintenance, Cathode pressing, Shipping of copper cathodes.
• Assists with and performs various tasks such as cutting cathode samples, washing down cell lines, and scrap processing.
• Operates mobile equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Aids maintenance personnel in performing routine and non-routine equipment maintenance activities.
• Performs area housekeeping.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Three (3) months experience in one of the following areas: Mining/Manufacturing Industrial Operations, Commercial Construction, Commercial Landscaping, Commercial Agriculture.
• Completed academic and practical competencies required (Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists).
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills while passing a written assessment where required.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience operating mobile material handling equipment (forklifts, mobile cranes, etc.).
• 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 24/7/265 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.
• Previous relative work experience preferably in the mining industry.

Qualifications

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.

Skills

Must have 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.

Benefits

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $22.00 - $29.50/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.

Freeport-McMoRan offers:

• 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!

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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.