Jennifer Battista
Geologist I-Safford

Although I did not have any previous mining experience, I did exhibit some desired qualities that made me stand out, such an impressive drive to complete my degree, enthusiasm for the business and for the Safford location in particular, an eagerness to get started and learn, and – finally – a great attitude.

Sherry Burt-Kested
Environmental Manager-Chino

Research, communication and a positive attitude. I believe that my research into the company, its values and the specific job I was applying for allowed me to speak knowledgeably and professionally about how I could contribute to the company. I also think that my positive attitude had a great deal to do with my being hired.

Muhammad Danishwar
Data Analyst II-Bagdad

As a metallurgist, my expertise in metallurgy, coupled with my strong work ethic, adaptability, problem-solving skills, effective communication, teamwork and leadership potential, played pivotal roles in securing the job. My background in metallurgy provided me with the necessary knowledge and experience to excel in the role, while my commitment to delivering high-quality results and ability to adapt to new challenges were key factors in my successful hiring.

Sterling Dewitt
Supervisor, Hydromet SX-Safford

I feel that it’s my 15 years of experience in the SX/EW as an operator, along with my ability to bring people of all different backgrounds and interests together and have them focus on certain goals and work safely as team to accomplish them. I feel I have the passion and ability to develop others and to help them set and achieve goals in their professions as miners. I have a serious love for my career and love helping others reach their potential.

Ashley Elliott
Operational Excellence Coach-Bagdad

I believe I possess qualities of curiosity, agility and an ability to bring others along on this learning journey. An open mind to learning new perspectives has strengthened my adaptability to best support our people and the business.

David London
Innovation Engineer I-Bagdad

I believe my problem-solving ability, interpersonal skills and my commitment to winning as a team led to me being hired by Freeport-McMoRan.

Yancey McCauley
Senior Supervisor Mine Operations-Tyrone

My attitude, ability to coordinate groups and basic tech skills all helped. I think my willingness to try new things and ask a lot of questions is what helped me get my current position, though. I’m in a very different spot today from where I started, but being out of my comfort zone is where I’m comfortable.

Arturo Quiroz
Senior Metallurgist-Bagdad

I have bachelor’s degree in metallurgy and over 30 years of total experience working for different industrial sectors such as automotive, steel manufacturing, construction and mining. I am a self-motivated person, I like to analyze problems and find solutions to improve processes and increase productivity and/or reduce costs, and I am capable of working with different cultures and organizational levels.

Mark Rubalcava
Senior Engineer-Morenci

Consistency and flexibility are qualities I believe helped me join the company, as well as my experience in the mining industry and my flexibility in performing various roles that required me to adapt to evolving tasks and challenges.

Rachel Ruiz
Supervisor Crush and Convey Morenci

As a lead in Crush/Convey, I was mentored by Shane Wells and Cameron Dean; this helped me grow. They saw leadership skills within me, such as driving people to accomplish goals. I was able to get employees motivated to do their jobs, and I was never afraid to do the work with them. Because of this hard work, my mentors helped push me toward leadership roles.