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ASARCO LLC

location Kearny, AZ 85137,

USA Published Published :

11/6/2026 Engineering & Technical Services + | Permanent +

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The Production Engineer will be responsible for managing production and continuous improvement projects within the Leaching, Solvent Extraction (SX), and Electrowinning (EW) circuits of a large copper mine. This role focuses on optimizing operational efficiency, reducing costs, ensuring safe work practices, and developing the skills of the production team.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

Lead and manage production-related projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and scope.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement projects to enhance production rates, recoveries, and overall plant performance. 5

S Implementation & Maintenance:

Champion and ensure adherence to 5S principles within the assigned areas to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

Deficiency Analysis & Improvement Planning:

Analyze operational deficiencies, identify root causes, and develop effective improvement plans to address them.

Personnel Training & Development:

Develop and deliver training programs for production personnel to enhance their skills, knowledge, and understanding of operational procedures.

Productivity Improvement Initiatives:

Coordinate and drive productivity improvement initiatives across the Leaching, SX, and EW processes.

Cost Reduction Projects:

Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities within the production circuits.

Production Team Support:

Provide technical support and guidance to the production team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to monitor performance, identify trends, and support decision-making.

Collaboration:

Work closely with maintenance, metallurgy, and other departments to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

Safety & Environmental Compliance:

Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with safety and environmental regulations and company policies. Show more [object Object] Share