What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Operator position at U.S. Silica Company?
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:
To operate the following but not limited to HME, conveyors, screens, hydrosizers, pumps, dryer, and produce silica sand.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Inspects immediate work area prior to beginning operations.
- Operates control boards including but not limited to: screens, conveyor belts, pumps, hydrosizers, dryers, and elevators in accordance with established procedures.
- Operates heavy mobile equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Performs rail loading functions in accordance with established procedures.
- Shuts down equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Clean up and other duties as assigned
- May perform TPM tasks as required by management.
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Successful candidates will have a good organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and control interruptions and stay focused on assigned tasks
- Must be able to cooperate and work with others safely and proficiently
- Willingness and ability to work in an environment with exposure to industrial health and safety hazards that require the use of safety PPE such as: respirators, ear protection, eye protection, safety shoes, hard hats and other designated safety items as required.
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. 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.
