Manager Hydromet - Plant

Requisition ID: 131325

Location:

Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321

Category: Operations

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

_At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career._ **_Apply Today! _**

**Where You Will Work**

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website (https://bagdadaztown.com/) to learn more.

**Description**

Direct, manage and control operational and maintenance activities in the Hydrometallurgical and Acid Plants to maximize the safe production of quality cathode and acid; in an environmentally safe manner while controlling costs.

+ Actively seek opportunities for plant optimization and improvement in the areas ofsafety, environmental, production, quality, cost and employee development.

+ Promote and enforce safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensurecompliance.

+ Communicate with the Mine and Processing Departments to ensure the production andmaintenance cycles are optimized.

+ Provide oversight of the planning, scheduling and execution of plant maintenanceactivities to minimize downtime and achieve production and availability targets.

+ Coordinate with Morenci Trans Load Facility to ensure timely sulphur deliveries.

+ Work collaboratively with Corporate Acid Team to ensure acid balance in the southwestU.S.

+ Coordinate and manage the harvest plan, leach flow and solution management with theLeaching Department.

+ Assist subordinates in proactively seeking, identifying and correcting issues that impactsafe production and maintenance processes.

+ Develop, implement and utilize training and development opportunities to improveemployee skill levels. Mentor as necessary.

+ Perform other duties as requested.

**Qualifications**

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of plant operational experience, including supervisoryor management experience.

+ Extensive knowledge of Hydrometallurgical and Leaching operations.

+ Knowledge in mining and mineral processing technology.

+ Skills in supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees.

+ Ability to plan, prioritize, direct and manage a diverse number of operational areas, projects and activities.

+ Skilled in preparing, defending, monitoring and administering budgets.

+ 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 verbally and in writing.

+ Advance analytical and problem solving skills.

Preferred:

+ CLP and Milling Experience

Criteria/Conditions:

+ Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment.

+ Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor,manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

+ Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws

**What We Offer You**

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently **$123,000-$172,000** . 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 incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. More details will be shared during the hiring process. **Click here** to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

+ 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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en\_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

** What We Require **

+ 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_ [email protected]_ _._