Operator Dry

The Operator Dry operates intermediate to advanced mining equipment with minimal supervision, ensuring safe and efficient production

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections on all production equipment during each shift and record findings on daily confirmation sheets.

• Complete pre-operation equipment inspection sheets on any equipment used during your shift.

• Follow all company safety and health policies.

• Complete MSHA, U.S. Silica, Columbia Plant, and all task training prior to performing daily job responsibilities.

• Keep all high-traffic areas clean and clear of trash, debris, tools, hoses, or other items.

• Use proper cleaning procedures for oil and other lubricant leaks and spills.

• Follow and maintain all applicable Environmental Compliance standards.

• Perform quality checks while operating equipment on a scheduled basis to maintain product specifications.

• Make adjustments to equipment as needed.

• Inspect incoming trucks and railcars and determine if cleaning is required.

• Wash out trucks or railcars when necessary.

• Load trucks and railcars with the correct product.

• Complete the Data Collection Card with loading information for each railcar loaded.

• Clean spills on or around trucks, railcars, and loading areas.

• Perform all duties in the Wet Process Machine Patrol checklist, including pump checks and reagent checks.

• Clear machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed.

• Conduct all in-process control tests in the wet process.

• Collect all in-process and finished product samples in the wet process.

• Clean spills and wash down wet process areas as needed.

• Perform all duties in the Milling Machine Patrol checklist, including mill and separator checks and greasing and lubricating equipment.

• Clear machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed.

• Conduct all in-process control tests in milling.

• Clean spills and wash down milling areas as needed.

• Maintain strong working relationships within the plant.

• Maintain supportive and respectful working relationships with all U.S. Silica employees and departments.

• Maintain professional relationships with contractors, vendors, truck drivers, and site visitors.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) required.

• Basic computer skills.

• High level of safety and quality awareness.

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.

• Ability to climb multi-level stairs and ladders and work from elevated platforms.

• Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, hammers, and wrenches.

• Good problem-solving skills.

• Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) knowledge preferred.

• Forklift experience preferred.

• Computer software experience preferred.

• Warehouse experience preferred.