Mill Operator Trainee

Bagdad operations in Arizona offer 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, and one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.

• Make guided decisions to support the primary objective of safe production.
• Maintain and operate concentrator equipment.
• Perform detailed inspections of operating equipment and operational areas.
• Assist with maintenance activities.
• Complete area housekeeping duties.
• Learn and understand basic metallurgical milling principles.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

• Three (3) months of work experience.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (including Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards.
• Knowledge of milling, crushing and conveying equipment, including operating parameters, limits and functionality of equipment.

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $21.00 - $27.00/hour
. 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.  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!

• 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-Mc Mo Ran  promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-Employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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