Manager, Concentrate Leach Plant
Freeport-McMoRan
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Morenci • Arizona • United States
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Salary
💰 $126,500 - $177,000 per year
About the role
- This position will manage a Pressure Oxidation plant that processes copper sulfide concentrate in order to produce sulfuric acid for heap leaching operations and copper cathode by hydrometallurgical means.
- The role is accountable for safe plant operation, metallurgical performance, and production outcomes.
- Manage the day-to-day operation of the Concentrate Leach facility in order to safely optimize economic copper production.
- Ensure that SOPs (Safe Operating Practices) are in place for all major tasks and that all personnel have been appropriately trained and understand the tasks assigned to them.
- Teach all plant personnel to recognize risks and take appropriate actions.
- Ensure that effective controls are in place to mitigate all identified critical risks.
- Ensure that maintenance schedules are appropriate, that Safe Operating Practices are correct and up to date for all maintenance tasks.
- Ensure that all plant personnel understand the basic metallurgical principles that govern pressure oxidation and can use this knowledge for safe and efficient plant operation.
- Coordinate with the Mine and Concentrator departments to understand changes in the mineralogy of Concentrate Leach plant feed.
- Coordinate with Oxygen plant personnel regarding plant operating schedule and oxygen needs.
- Coordinate with the Leaching and Hydromet departments with regard to Concentrate Leach acid and copper production targets and provide foresight regarding potential disruptions.
- Prepare and adhere to quarterly and annual budgets.
- Prepare fund-request justifications for plant upgrades.
- Become a subject-matter-expert in copper sulfide pressure leaching and build a team with a strong understanding of the technology and it’s potential future benefits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of metallurgical plant operational experience, including supervisory or management experience.
- Extensive knowledge of copper Smelting, Hydrometallurgical and Leaching operations, including the thermodynamic and kinetic principles that are the foundation of these technologies.
- Knowledge of mining and mineral processing technology, specifically the impacts of copper, iron, and gangue mineralogy on processing operations.
- Leadership skills, including supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, direct and manage a diverse number of operational areas, projects and activities.
- Skilled in preparing, defending, monitoring, and administering budgets.
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Demonstrated ability to place and maintain effective controls for risk management.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in English.
- Experience in using advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles and meet production targets.
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, parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
metallurgical plant operationcopper smeltinghydrometallurgyleaching operationsthermodynamic principleskinetic principlesrisk managementbudget preparationanalytical skillsproblem-solving skills
Soft Skills
leadershipsupervisingevaluatingtrainingmotivatingplanningprioritizingdirectingcommunicatingteam building
Certifications
Bachelor's degree