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Planner II - Mine Maintenance

Freeport-McMoRan · Tyrone, NM, United States · posted 2026-09-30

USD 75k–104k · as stated by the employer

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Title: 147127

Tyrone, NM, US, 88065

Category: Maintenance

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

Tyrone is an open-pit copper mining complex located in Grant County, New Mexico – just 10 miles south of the historic mining community of Silver City. The copper processing facilities currently consist of a solvent extraction/electrowinning operation with an annual maximum capacity of approximately 100 million pounds of copper.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone.  Visit Silver City to learn more.

What You Will Do

Lead workload activities of the assigned department by planning, scheduling, measuring, and analyzing Maintenance activities in collaboration with site supervisors. Plan, schedule, and analyze execution to generate successful resolution of issues.

Manage and maintain the integrity of the information management systems to achieve the assigned planning and scheduling objectives.

Under the guidance of the Equipment Reliability Standards (ERS) interact with the Supervisor in the assigned area to establish and monitor planned schedules for assigned activities. Conduct and participate in daily, weekly, and monthly planning meetings with key stakeholders. Review, prioritize and schedule work orders.

  • Responsible for “Runtime Forecasting” process execution and outcomes in assigned area.
  • Provide guidance and mentor Planner I personnel in Freeport-McMoRan practices in addition to sound planning and scheduling techniques.

Support the area Supervisor in all facets of job preparation, execution and follow up as prescribed by the Freeport-McMoRan standards, including time spent “in the field” to ensure readiness and availability of materials and equipment resources.

Develop, monitor, and adjust schedules for assigned activities. Maintain these schedules in the management system (SAP).

Collaborate with other Planners and first line supervisors in the long-range planning and scheduling for planned major production shutdowns and long-range planning, including but not limited to, job identification, job priority, resource requirements, materials requirements, budget forecasts and interdepartmental coordination.

  • Responsible for managing and maintaining the integrity of information in the management system (SAP) to achieve the assigned planning and scheduling objectives in assigned area.
  • Execute, establish, and maintain a history for all assigned activities in the management system (SAP).
  • Engage with onsite Global Supply Chain to control warehouse minimum/maximum levels and appropriate storage conditions of materials and parts.

Support execution of contracts by preparing scopes of work for internal and external jobs. Initiate requests for parts and materials. Interface with Global Supply Chain department but may deal directly with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.

Assist with maintenance management decisions, including departmental budgets and weekly forecasting. Ensure adequate forecasting of large dollar maintenance materials to meet maintenance and financial requirements.

  • Generate regular and ad hoc reports for site management to help measure key performance indicators.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
  • What You Bring To Freeport

High School diploma or GED and six (6) years specific experience in field maintenance in mining/mfg or industrial operations or six (6) years specific Planning experience in field maintenance in either mining/manufacturing or industrial operations, OR

High School diploma or GED and six (6) years related field maintenance experience in mining/mfg. or industrial operations including four (4) years of specific Planning experience, OR

  • Associates in a technical field and four (4) years related experience in field maintenance in mining/mfg. or industrial operations.
  • Bachelor's degree in technical field and two (2) years related experience in field maintenance in mining/mfg. or industrial operations.
  • Understanding of concepts and workflow of Maintenance Planning/Scheduling
  • Understanding of mining and/or processing equipment function
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of maintenance management systems and associated applications.
  • Demonstrated professional/effective written and oral communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $75,000-$104,000. .  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.

  • 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

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