Operator

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a member of the Russell 2000. The company is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 123-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets. 

U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.

JOB PURPOSE:

The primary purpose of the Plant Operator is to assist in the operation of the plant process, including operation of loading systems, wet process, and milling as instructed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspection on all production equipment during your shift daily and record on daily confirmation sheets
• Complete pre-operation equipment inspection sheets on any equipment used during your shift daily
• Follow all company safety and health policies
• MSHA, US Silica, Jackson Plant and all Task Training to be completed prior to the performance of your daily job responsibilities
• Keep all high traffic areas clean and clear of any trash, debris, tools, hoses, or other miscellaneous items (use proper cleaning procedures for oil and other lubricants leaks and spills)
• Follow and maintain all applicable standards related to Environmental Compliance
• Perform quality checks while operating equipment on a scheduled basis to maintain quality specifications
• Make adjustments to equipment accordingly
• Inspect all incoming trucks and railcars and determine if cleaning is required. Wash out trucks or railcars if determined it is needed
• Load all incoming trucks and railcars with correct product. For any railcar loaded, fill out the Data Collection Card with loading information
• Clean any spills on or around trucks and railcars as well as the loading area
• Perform all duties in Wet Process Machine Patrol checklist (including pump checks, reagent checks, etc).
• Clear any machinery malfunctions and restart as needed
• Conduct all in process control tests in wet process
• Collect all in process and finished product samples in wet process
• Clean any spills and wash down wet process as needed
• You will not be required to be called out for maintenance events in the off hours.
• Load trucks or push up piles if other operator cannot be removed from their main task

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

REQUIRED:

• High School diploma is required or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.)
• Good problem solving skills
• Computer skills

PREFERRED: 

• Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge
• Computer Software
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc), WonderWare or equivalent equipment process software

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.  The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature and level of work as of the preparation date.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position.  This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.