Senior Planner - Smelter

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. Apply Today!Where You Will WorkOur Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere.  Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more.DescriptionOversees the division planning function, this includes direct supervision of the planning staff and maintaining a strong working relationship with front line Supervisors, relative to planning responsibilities. Responsibilities include ensuring effective job planning, scheduling, communication, preparations, staging, budget/forecasting, runtime forecasting, warehouse storage levels, and reporting.Directly supervise the division Planners and other planning department staffResponsible for setting meaningful objectives for the division Planners, developing and maintaining effective working relationships with front line supervisors, monitoring and quality control of planning processes through data measurement, ensuring adherence to all safety policies and procedure, etc.Instrumental in ensuring that operational excellence is achieved in all maintenance activitiesSupport the Superintendent's success in ultimate safe job outcome and overall departmental effectivenessApply personal expertise and knowledge while managing planning/scheduling processes to ensure appropriate daily, short term, and long range planning and scheduling techniques are followed and executed properlyEnsure quality control in the application of planning processes and proceduresPay special attention to preparation, communication, facilitation of intradepartmental activities and requirements, daily transaction requirements, and post job follow upDrive the divisional "Runtime Forecasting" process execution and outcomes by: overseeing the development of detailed monthly plans for each area,facilitating a productive reconciliation meeting with all mine stakeholdersconducting a success-against-plan analysis each monthCollate and prepare division planning budget recommendations for the SuperintendentEnsure budget, forecast costs, parts availability and overall materials management processes etc. are in line with expectationsSpend time in the field providing review of job preparation, execution, and follow upEnsure that pre-job and post-job requirements are consistently accomplished to Freeport-McMoRan standardsProvide adequate and timely feedback to division Superintendent on planning processes and schedulesPerform other duties as requestedQualificationsMinimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and eight (8) years of progressive maintenance experience in mining/mfg or industrial operations, including five (5) years in a leadership or supervisory role ORAssociates in a technical field and six (6) years related experience in field maintenance in mining/mfg or industrial operations, including three (3) years in a leadership or supervisory role ORBachelor's degree in applicable field and four (4) years of progressive maintenance experience in mining/mfg or industrial operations including supervisory or lead experienceRequires strong mentoring capabilities in the areas of: leadership, professionalism, organization/technical skills, etc.Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniquesRequires extensive working knowledge of Freeport-McMoRan standards, practices, and strategies.Requires extensive knowledge and experience in SAP, including all maintenance, operations, statistics, general, and related modules, tables, and files; and familiarity with other software related to maintenance functions and systemsSkilled in resolving day-to-day questions/problems regarding equipment, materials, methods and procedures needed to complete projects.Skilled in budget preparation, monitoring and administrationRequires competency in use of MS Office softwareRequires significant project organization experienceThorough understanding of the parts/materials management process, as well as, the SAP parts inventory processAble to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff from various levels throughout the organizationAble to develop and maintain strong positive working relationshipsAbility to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautionsSkilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazardsPreferredNoneCriteria/Conditions Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in EnglishAbility to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standardsMust be able to work in a potentially stressful environmentWork 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 particlesWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit, and may frequently climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and seeOccasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to twenty (20) pounds during the course of the workdayPersonal 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 requiredWill be required to travel up to twenty percent (20%) of the timeFreeport-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 LawsWhat We Offer You The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $87,500-$120,000. 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 hereto 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!   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  Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. 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