Laboratory Technician II

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Where You Will Work

Our rod and refining plant in El Paso Texas is a key contributor to our ranking as one of the worlds largest manufacturers of continuous cast copper rod a main material used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products. The refinery has the potential to operate at an annual production capacity of about 900 million pounds of copper cathode which is sufficient to refine all the copper anode we produce at our Miami operations in Arizona. The refinery also produces nickel carbonate copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold silver platinum and palladium.

The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities many community colleges and numerous schools. Some popular attractions include the International Museum of Art National Border Patrol Museum and Franklin Mountain State Park. There are many shopping centers parks hiking trails and numerous restaurants for our employees and their families to enjoy.

What You Will Do

• Prepare samples for analysis using appropriate techniques and performs sample preparation for quality control program.
• Perform routine chemical and/or metallurgical analysis and reporting.
• Maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Assist in laboratory personnel training.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• One year of direct lab experience or Associates related degree which includes six months related lab experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of lab equipment lab protocols and techniques appropriate toassigned areas.
• Demonstrated ability to train others in particular area of lab.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates related degree

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $24.50 - $33.00/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. 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

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.
• 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

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