Metallurgist I

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or related Engineering discipline
  • Knowledge of Metallurgical principles and methods
  • Capable of conducting research and analyzing complex information
  • Awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
  • Skilled in safety practices and hazard recognition
  • Effective oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Assist in providing technical support for Metallurgical testing and analysis
  • Conduct Metallurgical studies and analyses
  • Prepare standard reports on Metallurgical issues and recommend corrective actions
  • Review new Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols
  • Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for services and equipment
  • Develop understanding of applicable regulations
  • Perform additional related duties as required

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
Full Job Description


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 to learn more.

This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do

  • Under close supervision, assists in providing technical support and advice in Metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site.
  • Assists in Metallurgical studies and conducting analyses
  • Prepares standard reports on Metallurgical or process issues and assists in recommending appropriate action to resolve or correct issues
  • Assists in reviewing new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols
  • Assists in evaluating and administering contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
  • Develops and maintains an understanding of applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations applicable to area of assignment
  • Performs other duties as required


What You Bring To Freeport

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline
  • Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in Metallurgical and processing analyses
  • Able to conduct research and analyze information or considerable difficulty to 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


Preferred Qualifications

  • SX experience


What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $80,000-$110,000. 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 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 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.

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