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 Work   

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.  

 

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more. 

Description

Performs highly complex Human Resources related duties at the professional level and carries out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: employee relations, labor relations, recruitment, training, compliance, and recognition. Administers HR policies and procedures. Collects and analyzes HR data, assists the HR Manager with tasks as assigned and makes recommendations to Management. Coach and support new HR team members.

Lead employment and compliance based investigations. Act as Company’s sole representative during legal and binding arbitration, appeal’s board and open door processes to settle disputes with employees. Collaborate with site HR and Operations leadership to provide advice on HR and labor regulatory issues; this may include acting as a coach for new HR team members. Collaborates with leadership in effective performance management (ensures alignment with policies and procedures) and coaches on developing effective pipeline and succession plans. Implement cost effective and practical HR solutions while ensuring the ability to attract and retain required skills. Implement projects as directed by site leadership, facilitating change management, engagement, coaching and advising of stakeholders. Responsible for protecting and maintaining privacy of employee personnel records, including compensation information Implement HR goals, processes, practices and systems to build organizational and individual capability (i.e., staffing, performance management, training & development, employee relations). Guides leaders and employees regarding Company policies, values, HR programs and monitors for compliance with Federal, State, and local laws. Analyzes and uses HR metrics, such as turnover, time system data and overtime reports, to determine appropriate action. Including supporting workforce planning and forecasting initiatives. Perform other duties as requested. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree and one (1) year professional human resources experience; OR Master’s degree and two (2) years related industrial or manufacturing employee relations experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years professional human resources experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years related industrial or manufacturing employee relations experience; OR High School Diploma/GED and six (6) years professional human resources experience Understand the business operations from both a strategic and tactical perspective. Understanding of and experience with most or all of the core aspects of Human Resources Management (staffing, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, leadership development, training, etc). Experience working within a dispute resolution process. Experience in independently leading an investigation process. Experience in addressing complex employee relations issues autonomously. Experience in independently handling routine and complex scenarios utilizing various resources. Experience leading a project to completion. Ability to address and resolve workplace conflicts Courage to make tough decisions and deliver difficult messages with professionalism, poise and diplomacy skills. Standing by decisions. Ability to coach and influence leadership at all levels of the organization Must possess consultative/collaborative style and approach with proven ability to develop credible relationships with business partners. Must be a confident communicator, including written and verbal skills, effective at all levels of the organization. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and ambiguous business conditions. Demonstrates high level of integrity and absolute confidentiality.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Human Resources Management, Business or related discipline

 

Criteria/Conditions

Willingness to work flexible hours as necessary and able to travel up to 10% of the time 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 will be performed in a mine, outdoor 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, talk, hear and see Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds during the course of the workday Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hart 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 $72,000-$98,000. 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 here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 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.  

 

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.