Supervisor Laboratory

Job Opportunity : Supervisor Laboratory

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.

Our Technology Center is home to a team of globally recognized engineers and scientists who provide innovative mining, processing and environmental solutions to our operations throughout the world. Our employees make use of state-of-the-art laboratories and test facilities, including a fully automated analytical lab the first of its kind in the Americas. Employees provide direct support in a variety of areas : mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, analytical chemistry, mineralogy, process economics, mining and geology.

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Job Description

Under general supervision, supervises, coordinates and controls the safe and efficient operation of an assigned work unit. + Assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff for assigned work unit. + Implement production plans according to approved schedule + May participate in the full range of daily operational duties, performing the most difficult + Inspects and evaluates work in progress, identifies any problem areas, and may direct remedial action + Conducts performance evaluations on subordinate staff + Prepares estimates of the staffing, materials, and equipment requirements for projected work activities + Maintains an inventory of parts and materials + Approves purchases of materials and equipment + Maintains time, materials and equipment use reports + Requisitions tools, supplies, materials and equipment + Trains staff in safety procedures + Maintains safety data sheets for crews + Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications + High School diploma or GED

• and
• five (5) years of related operational experience,
• including
• supervisory or lead experience;
• OR
• Bachelor's degree in a technical mining related discipline
• with
• at least one (1) summer internship experience (or equivalent) working in a mining or industrial environment + Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required + Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques + Skilled in resolving day-to-day questions / problems regarding equipment, materials, methods and procedures needed to complete projects + Skilled in budget preparation, monitoring and administration + 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

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

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 HRSC@fmi.com.