Senior Supervisor Electrical Maintenance
About the Location
Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations is an open-pit copper mining complex that has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation includes two concentrators, a crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system, four SX plants, and three EW tank houses producing copper cathode.
Morenci is a unique company town offering a variety of amenities and recreational opportunities for employees and their families, including:
- Company housing or a $750 monthly housing allowance for on-site employees meeting program guidelines
- A newly constructed daycare and community center
- Library and health-care facilities
- State-of-the-art fitness centers
- Movie theater and skate park
- Numerous parks and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting
The dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for all ages.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, coordinate, and control the safe and efficient operation of an assigned work unit through subordinate Supervisors
- Ensure continued operations of production shifts through execution of the production plan and schedules
- Provide Operations input for production and maintenance planning
- Ensure adherence to correct safety and operating procedures and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations
- Inspect assigned work units to ensure schedules and objectives are attained
- Coordinate daily with other Operational and staff areas, including Maintenance, Processing, Engineering, Safety, Environmental, and Sales
- Directly supervise first-line or shift Supervisors
- Perform other duties as required
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED and seven (7) years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience, OR
- Bachelor's degree in a technical mining-related discipline and three (3) years of operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience
- Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required
- Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques
- Skilled in resolving day-to-day questions/problems regarding equipment, materials, methods, and procedures
- Skilled in budget preparation, monitoring, and administration
- 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
- Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
- Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to:
- Extremes in temperature and humidity
- Moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock
- Toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes, or airborne particles
Physical requirements include:
- Regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, and work on elevated platforms
- Must be able to talk, hear, and see
- Occasionally required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 30 pounds)
Personal protective equipment is required, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, and gloves.
Preferred Qualifications
- Electrical & Instrumentation Expertise: 5+ years of experience at the journeyman level in electrical and instrumentation maintenance, including troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial electrical systems and instrumentation
- Production / Maintenance Background: Demonstrated experience in milling operations or fixed plant maintenance, familiarity with industrial processing equipment, preventive maintenance practices, and plant reliability principles
- Strong commitment to safety and compliance in an industrial environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
- Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance programs
- Excellent communication and team coordination skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment
Pay
The estimated annual pay range for this role is $105,000 - $145,000. 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.
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, and parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home, and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities
Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.