Metallurgist I

Company: North America Mining Job Function: Engineering And Architectural Job Description: Major Responsibilities Under close supervision, assists in providing technical support and advice in metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site.1. Assists in metallurgical studies and conducts analyses. Prepares standard reports on metallurgical or process issues and assists in recommending appropriate action to resolve or correct issues.
2. Assists in reviewing new or enhanced metallurgical testing equipment or protocols.
3. Assists in evaluating and administering contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
4. Develops and maintains an understanding of applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations applicable to area of assignment.
5. Performs other duties as required.Minimum Requirements
Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree in Metallurgy or closely related area.

Entry level position

Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in metallurgical and processing analyses.

Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingCriteria/Conditions(specific background and skills)
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 moderately heavy objects (up to 30 pounds) during the course of the workday.

Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, or manufacturing 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.

Phelps Dodge promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.~cb~
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