Loadout Operator

SUMMARY

Responsible for loading finished dry product onto 18 wheeled trailers via the plant load out and ticketing software. Operator must have good customer relation skills and patience to deal with logistics challenges. This position is also responsible for maintaining truck scale cleanliness and inspection of the silo and load out systems; aid in maintenance when appropriate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Obtain loading information from inbound trucks to include product, amount, and purchase order

• Be courteous and prompt while directing trucks and loading product at the appropriate spout

• Act friendly towards customers and truck drivers, and uphold a high level of professionalism

• Perform field inspection of equipment and silo inventory multiple times per shift

• Monitor dry sand inventory levels and record hourly; verify levels reported by level indicators

• Keep dry plant office clean and in order

• Sweep/vacuum floors, machines, and shelves

• Make sure tools, safety gear, and office supplies are put back after being used - Refill water jug and plastic cups - Remove trash every shift

• Work closely with logistics coordinator while running dry sand to Transload during unit trains

• Adheres to Safety & Operations Standard Operating Procedures and other related policies

• Reports on equipment maintenance and operational issues

• May work with small hand tools

• Performs equipment and site cleanup

• Receives, comprehends and carries out both written and verbal instructions

JOB SKILLS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• One year certificate from college or technical school preferred

• Understands inventory and complexities of multiple silos

• 1+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Speaks, reads & writes fluent English - Bilingual a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed inside and outside of the processing plant facility

• Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions

• Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 70 pounds

• Position also requires bending, stooping and crouching on a regular basis

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen, physical and background check.

EEO Statement

Vista Sand provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vista Sand complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.