Is Freeport-McMoRan a good company to work for?

Freeport-McMoRan has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 1,308 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months. 80% of employees would recommend working at Freeport-McMoRan to a friend and 76% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Freeport-McMoRan have been left by employees working as Intern - Hourly , Mechanical Engineer and Civil Engineer .

Does Freeport-McMoRan pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Freeport-McMoRan employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Freeport-McMoRan. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Freeport-McMoRan?

80% of Freeport-McMoRan employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Freeport-McMoRan 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Freeport-McMoRan?

Metallurgist (40) , Intern (30) , Engineer (21) , Mechanical Engineer (15) , Buyer (14) , Mine Engineer (13) , Diagnostic Electrician (12) , Intern - Hourly (11) , Civil Engineer (10) , Haul Truck Operator (10) , Heavy Equipment Operator (10) , Administrative Assistant (9) , Electrician (9) , Mining Engineer (9) , Truck Driver (9)

What are the pros of working at Freeport-McMoRan according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is good and company housing" ((in 153 reviews)); "great people to work for and with" ((in 67 reviews)); "Good pay and bonuses based on personal and company performance are a huge perk." ((in 38 reviews)); "Salaries are in range of what to expect, Bonuses are good as long as safety goals are met." ((in 25 reviews)); "Good work/life balance" ((in 21 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Freeport-McMoRan according to real employee reviews?

"Starting just before I left and continuing afterwards, there were more issues with poor management and decision making." ((in 41 reviews)); "Long hours and a long drive" ((in 26 reviews)); "freeport is full of "yes men" and upper management is completely out of touch with employees." ((in 21 reviews)); "One really bad manager (that no longer works there)" ((in 16 reviews)); "Nepotism runs rampant at this company." ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about Freeport-McMoRan layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Freeport-McMoRan layoffs and their outlook for job security at Freeport-McMoRan in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Freeport-McMoRan locations?

Phoenix , Morenci , Tucson , Bagdad , Safford , Houston , Green Valley , Miami , Silver City , Empire , Climax , El Paso , Tyrone , Leadville , Claypool , Parshall , Sahuarita , Vanadium , New Orleans , Los Angeles , Denver , Norwich , Fort Madison , Elizabeth , Arizona City , Mesa , Morenci , Lafayette , Oro Valley , Tempe

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3.9

80% would recommend to a friend

(1,069 total reviews)

Kathleen L. Quirk

71% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.4

Compensation and benefits

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Culture & values

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.3

Senior management

Freeport-McMoRan has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,069 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Freeport-McMoRan employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.8 stars).

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3.0

May 29, 2011

Political

Sxew operator

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Pros

great pay, fulfilling job, learned much from peers. Definitely a challenging atmosphere. Was hired entry level, never having experience in this field

Cons

If you are not in the "loop" when it comes time for layoffs, promotions, select crews or other 'perks' you are out of luck. its who you know there, not what you know.

4.0

May 1, 2011

Plenty of opportunities to gain quality work experience!

Mechanical engineering intern (plant engineering)

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Pros

Plenty of engineering projects around mine site to gain tons of work experience! Awesome co-workers! The other interns were plenty of fun to hang out with and it turned out to be a really fun summer! Great fishing in the area and the rivers are fun to spend a weekend at! Housing was paid for. Full time employees get really cheap company subsidized housing. Overall, the company treats their employees really well, especially if you're on the production side of things!

Cons

Small town. Finding things to do can be hard at times. Phoenix is about 4 hrs away, which is where I spent most of my weekends. Nearest town with a Walmart or any decent shopping is an hour away. Very hard to get any overtime hours, especially since most college students are trying to work as much as possible to save up over the summer. (This is a definite positive for full-time employees!)

3.0

Feb 11, 2011

Pays well, but there is much to look past.

Intern

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Pros

The money and housing accommodations are excellent.

Cons

The business is based on production. When things break down unplanned or scheduling isn't realistic, management will be in your face. I was an intern that had nothing to do with any of that, but the stressed out management vented on me as well. If you have a degree, people will probably not respect you. Most employees are older folks from nearby middle of nowhere towns, didn't go to college, and have mining in their family bloodline. Naturally they dislike college grads/interns who come in doing analytical (in office working on computer vs. brawn) jobs. Oh and beware, its and small town filled with miners, gossip is a big thing.

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