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Supervisor Smelter Operations - U-Crew

Freeport-McMoRan · Claypool, AZ, United States · posted 2026-10-14

USD 85k–117k · as stated by the employer

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Title: 147554

Claypool, AZ, US, 85532

Category: Operations

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

Our 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.

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, you coordinate and control the safe and efficient operation of an assigned work unit by assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of staff. You implement production plans according to the approved schedule. You may participate in the full range of daily operational duties, performing the most difficult tasks, while inspecting and evaluating work in progress, identifying problem areas, and directing remedial action as needed. As a Supervisor Smelter Operations, you conduct performance evaluations for subordinate staff, prepare estimates of staffing, materials, and equipment requirements for projected work activities, and maintain inventories of parts and materials, approve purchases, and maintain time, material, and equipment use reports while requisitioning tools and supplies. You train staff in safety procedures and maintain safety data sheets for crews and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

High School diploma or GED, and five years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical mining-related discipline with at least one summer internship experience (or equivalent) working in a mining or industrial environment, including supervisory or lead experience

Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $85,000-$116,500 . 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

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 .

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