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Supervisor Mill

Freeport-McMoRan

Climax, COJob$88–120K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$88–120K/yr
Location
Climax, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Supervisor Mill oversees the safe and efficient operation of an assigned work unit at Climax Molybdenum. The role coordinates staff and production activities, monitors work and resources, and supports safety procedures in a mine or manufacturing plant setting. Candidates qualify through either a high school diploma or GED with related operational and supervisory experience, or a technical mining-related bachelor’s degree with qualifying internship experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Supervisory MethodsProblem SolvingBudget AdministrationHazard AwarenessSafety PracticesOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationEnglish Communication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED + 5 Years Related Operational Experience Including Supervisory or Lead ExperienceTechnical Mining Bachelor's + Internship or EquivalentAdditional Job-Appropriate Certifications or LicensureMust Be Able to Work in Stressful EnvironmentMust Pass Medical ExamMust Pass Required Training or Testing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Supervisor Mill

Requisition ID: 147774

Location:

Climax, CO, US, 80429

Category: Operations

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

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 **

Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States.

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! VisitWelcome to Leadville, Colorado (https://leadville.com/welcome-to-leadville/#:~:text=Leadville%E2%80%99s%20fame%20is%20often%20attributed%20to) to learn more.

Description

Under general supervision, supervises, coordinates and controls the safe and efficient operation of an assigned work unit.

  • Assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff for assigned work unit

  • Implement production plans according to approved schedule

  • May participate in the full range of daily operational duties, performing the most difficult

  • Inspects and evaluates work in progress, identifies any problem areas, and may direct remedial action

  • Conducts performance evaluations on subordinate staff

  • Prepares estimates of the staffing, materials, and equipment requirements for projected work activities

  • Maintains an inventory of parts and materials

  • Approves purchases of materials and equipment

  • Maintains time, materials and equipment use reports

  • Requisitions tools, supplies, materials and equipment

  • Trains staff in safety procedures

  • Maintains safety data sheets for crews

  • Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED and five (5) years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience; OR

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical mining related discipline with at least one (1) summer internship experience (or equivalent) working in a mining or industrial environment

  • Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required

  • Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques

  • Skilled in resolving day-to-day questions/problems regarding equipment, materials, methods and procedures needed to complete projects

  • Skilled in budget preparation, monitoring and administration

  • 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 writing

Preferred

  • None

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 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 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

  • Freeport-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 Laws

What 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 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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en\_US) 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 [email protected] .

How this job compares

Set against the 1,908 open Operations Supervisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$88–120K/yr
  • Colorado median$87–125K/yr21 salary ranges
  • US median$71–87K/yr553 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $104K, is close to the Colorado median midpoint ($104K) — in the middle half of Operations Supervisor salary ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 36 open Operations Supervisor jobs in Colorado and 1,908 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
Operations Supervisor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 4 years (951 postings).
Education
43 of the 1,908 open Operations Supervisor jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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