Senior Metallurgist - Mill Requisition ID: 133692 Location: Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321 Category: Scientific Services Share this Job 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** Under general supervision, provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership in Metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site. + Conducts, plans and assists with Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes or procedures at assigned site + Serves as technical expert on complex Metallurgical testing + Reports metallurgical or process issues and makes recommendations to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues + Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols + Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process + Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment + Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations + Maintains current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulations + May contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for Metallurgical testing + May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams + Performs other duties as required **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline **and** five (5) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field, **OR** + Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline **and** three (3) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field + Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex Metallurgical and processing analyses + Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions + 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 **Criteria/Conditions** + Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English + Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards + Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment + Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see + Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 30 pounds) during the course of the workday + Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, or manufacturing 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 **What We Offer You** The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  **$98,000-$137,000.**  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. More details will be shared during the hiring process.Click here (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/MOR\_Total\_Rewards\_Estimate\_4\_6\_24v2.pdf) 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. 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