Senior Laboratory Technician

At Climax Molybdenum, 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. We accept applications on an ongoing basis. Where You Will Work Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour drive apart – separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles underground). The Henderson mine is an underground molybdenum mining operation located approximately 42 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire. It has been in operation since 1976 and today consists of a large block-cave, underground mining complex feeding a concentrator with a current capacity of approximately 32,000 metric tons per day. It can produce approximately 15 million pounds of molybdenum per year. The Henderson mill is located 15 miles west of the mine, between Dillon and Kremmling. Both sites are surrounded by US Forest Service land of the Arapaho National Forest, making it easy for our employees and their families to enjoy year-round hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in the area. Explore the opportunity to advance your career at one of our sites – the Henderson mine or mill and live life at the top! Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.What You Will Do Under minimal or remote supervision, performs routine and non-routine chemical and/or metallurgical analytical tasks at assigned site. May include team lead responsibilities and or autonomous interactions within area of expertise. Can perform Tech I, II, and III duties as needed Prepare samples for analysis/runs tests using appropriate techniques and perform sample preparation for quality control program May build bench scale experiments/monitors sample progression under direction of Chemist, Engineer or Supervisor; or set up test plant or operational flow for sample preparation and analysis; in some locations may manage shipping and receiving document retention procedures Provide operation diagnostics and adjustments for tests and analytical equipment Maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment; diagnose problems, calibrate and retest as appropriate; ensure lab has appropriate supplies for operation May troubleshoot LIMS or SAP data errors including errors in shipment and receipts Serve as group lead to include training and ensuring the performance of group technicians Train laboratory personnel in techniques and use of instrumentation covering scheduling issues, maintain day to day operational schedule Perform other duties as required: Laboratory QA/QC, Safety, Hazardous Waste Disposal, and Material Collection Provide input and recommendations to Engineers regarding laboratory testing Data entry and spreadsheet development for test results May occasionally fill-in as area Supervisor Perform other duties as required What You Bring To Freeport Minimum Qualifications Five (5) years of direct lab experience, OR Associate's of related degree which includes four (4) years of related lab experience Demonstrate progressively more responsibility and leadership skills Knowledge of and willingness to perform all team lead duties with respect to assignment of tasks and leading daily team operations Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to act in absence of Supervisor Knowledge of equipment, methods and techniques appropriate to assignment Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions and to lead others with regard to proper safety application in all assignments Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Must have completed N4 to N6 progression for same or similar role.If employee is a transfer at same grade level must complete N6 progression for appropriate role within 180 days Preferred Education and or training in math, chemistry or other areas specific to assignment Demonstrated computational skills 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, push, pull or maneuver moderately heavy objects (up to 40 pounds) during the course of the workday Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or 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 pay range for this role is currently $32.00-43.00/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. Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines 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. 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