Root Cause Analysis Program ManagerRequisition ID: 133425Location:Phoenix, AZ, US, 85004-2121Category: Health & SafetyShare this JobWhy You Should Apply For This Job:Why You Should Apply for This JobAt Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing employment that recognizes excellence and encourages safe production, with a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you will collaborate primarily virtually anywhere in the U.S. except California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded based on business factors. Occasionally, you may be required to attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities. DescriptionProvides overall strategic management and direction to support the organizational goals related to the elimination of systemic causes of safety incidents and issues. The RCA Program Manager will lead a team of RCA Specialists and provide direction for overall analysis/investigation of safety incidents that affect our business operations across North & South America. The RCA Program Manager will manage the RCA Program across the Company with a focus on incident analysis overview, introducing continuous improvement strategies, training oversight and developing unique solutions that will help reduce reoccurring safety incidents. This position reports to a Director of Health & Safety (DOHS).
Strategically manages entire RCA program, including developing processes, goals and objectives related to the success of this program and elimination of reoccurrences.
Drives implementation of process control strategies using data and trend analysis, root cause analysis & corrective actions.
Creates and manages quality mechanisms to ensure periodic assessments of program and drives continuous improvements to process
Facilitates a critical control improvement plan based on RCA findings, for communication and implementation across the organization
Creates and adjusts RCA program KPI’s to reflect improvements in the organization’s safety performance
Regularly reports relevant data and trending events to various audiences including site General Managers, DOHS Directors, site managers, etc…
Creates and manages a grading mechanism for all completed RCA’s.
Monitors and ensures timely implementation and effectiveness of approved RCA solutions
Reviews completed RCA’s for consistency and effectiveness
Supervises RCA Specialists in daily activities surrounding investigations and RCA’s and ensures that the right resources are available to investigate, identify and resolve the root cause of a problem.
Provides guidance to RCA specialists on various subjects such as investigation methods, facilitation skills, mediator skills, etc…
Leads and mentors team to advance the a safety and quality culture based on KPI results
Provides support to the RCA specialists when conflicts arise and require additional guidance for resolution
Perform other duties as required.
QualificationsMinimum Requirements:
High School diploma/GED and eleven (11) years of experience in Health & Safety or related mining operational/maintenance experience.
Bachelor’s degree and seven (7) years of experience in the areas of Health & Safety, Engineering, Process Improvement, or direct related technical experience.
Master’s degree and five (5) years of experience in the areas of Health & Safety, Engineering, Process Improvement, or direct related technical experience.
Strong analytical & problem-solving skills (ability to quickly grasp problem, understand its complexities, analyzing the issue and identifying risk & break down complex problems)
Proficient investigation skills
Provide leadership and work direction, and evaluate the performance of subordinate RCA staff
Ability to analyze information of considerable complexity and draw conclusions (interpret trends and patterns and prioritize responses)
Confident communicator and presenter, including written and verbal skills, effective at all levels of the organization.
Strong facilitator and mediator qualities (creating inclusive environment, stimulates conversations, sets guidelines, remains impartial, high-level of perceptiveness, etc
Strategic and tactical thinker with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively manage RCA program.
Ability to coach and influence leadership at all levels of the organization.
Ability to travel
Demonstrated leadership qualities that encompass amongst other things, a naturally inquisitive, strategically focused problem solver, detail-oriented, positive disposition, high level of accountability, motivating others to develop, adapting to change, encouraging others to succeed, inspiring ideas, cultivates a positive team culture that creates an inclusive environment, and seeking out way to serve others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
RCA/Incident investigation background
Six Sigma experience or certification
Ability to analyze and use information gathered through Root Cause Analysis, 5-Whys Analysis, Risk Management Processes, and/or Equipment System Processes
Data Analytics/Data Mining Skills
Strong analytical, organizational and negotiation skills, as well as a high degree of initiative
Previous experience in a mining, metal manufacturing, heavy industrial or fabrication environment
Knowledge of MSHA/OSHA/other regulatory agency requirements
Criteria/Conditions:
Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or 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.
What We Offer YouThe estimated annual pay range for this role is currently 107,000-$149,000. 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 incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/CorpTotalRewardsEstimate3724v2.pdf) 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 auto, home and pet
Internal progression opportunities
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What We RequireFreeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws. Equal Opportunity EmployerPlease be advised 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].