Henderson Mill (Kremmling CO), Colorado
Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc.
Job Description:
Climax Molybdenum Co., a subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan, is the world's leading molybdenum producer and supplier. Our global operations include both primary and byproduct molybdenum mines, integrated global operations, and local customer care. We provide our worldwide partners with the most reliable supply and highest quality molybdenum and rhenium products. We have a long and successful history of conducting our business in a safe, highly efficient and socially responsible manner.
We offer outstanding opportunities for individuals who seek challenging, exciting and rewarding work for a company that supplies molybdenum for a variety of high-value applications in industries ranging from steel and oil to aerospace and construction. We encourage you to take some time to explore your career opportunities at Climax Molybdenum.
This position is located at the Henderson Mill site off of CO-9 between Kremmling, CO and Silverthorne, CO. This is a rural, alpine area approximately 2 hours from the Denver metropolitan area. The mill is at an altitude of approximately 10,000 feet. In the winter the average high temperature is 28 degrees and the average low is 0 degrees. In the summer the average high temperature is 75 degrees and the average low is 40 degrees. The average snowfall in Summit/Grand counties is in excess of 250 inches per year.
Under general supervision, provides technical advice and guidance in metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site.
Assist in metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes or procedures
Report on metallurgical or process issues and makes recommendation to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues
Review and recommend new or enhanced metallurgical testing equipment or protocols
Contribute to the improvement of metallurgical process
Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations
Maintain current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulations
Perform other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy or related engineering discipline and three (3) years experience in metallurgy or closely related engineering field, OR
Master's degree in Metallurgy or related Engineering discipline and two (2) years related experience in metallurgy or related engineering 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
Qualifications:
Preferred
Experience as a metallurgical engineer or front line supervisor in a sulfide mineral concentrator
Operating Concentrator experience with mineral processing unit operations examples: ore crushing, AG/SAG grinding, ball mill grinding, slurry pumping, froth flotation, thickening, filtering, mineral sample preparation, analytical analysis
Laboratory/Research experience with mineral processing unit operations examples: ore crushing, AG/SAG grinding, ball mill grinding, slurry pumping, froth flotation, thickening, filtering, sample preparation, analytical analysis
Experience with on-stream analytical equipment (PERI or Thermo Scientific)
Experience/Training with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and Processes including internal auditing
Proficiency with data and process control statistical software (Osi PI Process Book, Minitab, JKSimMet)
Exposure to project management (budgeting, time lines, contracts, construction)
Strong skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Strong teamwork skills—must interact professionally, consistently with operators, mechanics, electricians, sourcing
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
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
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 per applicable State Laws
Freeport-McMoRan has reviewed the jobs at its various office and operating sites and determined that many of these jobs include tasks or duties that could affect the safety or health of the employees performing these tasks or others. Accordingly, the Company has designated the following positions as safety-sensitive:
Positions within Freeport-McMoRan which are held by employees who receive MSHA, OSHA, DOT and/or Hazard Recognition Training; or
Positions within Freeport-McMoRan which are held by employees who operate equipment or motor vehicles in furtherance of performing their Freeport-McMoRan job duties, including operating motor vehicles while on Company business or travel (for this purpose “motor vehicles” includes Company owned or leased motor vehicles and personal motor vehicles used by employees in furtherance of Company business or while on Company travel); or
Positions within Freeport-McMoRan which the Company has designated as safety sensitive positions in the applicable job or position description.
Equal Opportunity Employer- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
Nearest Major City:
Denver
Job:
Metallurgist II - Metallurgical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or Material Science Engineering or Process Engineering - Henderson Mill
Primary Location:
United States-Colorado-Henderson Mill (Kremmling, CO)
Job Posting:
2015-02-25
Requisition ID:
1500590