Job Description
The Packaging Operator is responsible for safely operating and monitoring packaging equipment and performing routine packaging tasks under direct supervision.
- Operator will perform a pre-shift inspection of packaging line including machines. Note any defects found during pre-shift/area inspections. Give report to shift lead person. Write fault reports based on pre-shift/area inspection reports. Give report to shift lead person.
- Operate robot. Operate automatic palletizer.
- Operate wrapper at both warehouses.
- Operate Parson's line.
- Operate bag valve machine.
- Monitor the packaging line to ensure there are no jams or equipment failure.
- Remove broken and light weight bags.
- Dump broken bags and refeed product.
- Stacks or re-stacks 10, 25 and 50 pound bags on pallets as required.
- Replenish packaging materials such as stretch wrap, labels, etc.
- General plant/warehouse clean-up, including but not limited to, sweeping with push broom, cleaning in and around the stretch wrap machine and warehouse floors, etc.
- Operate propane powered floor sweeper in warehouse as needed.
- Pick up trash, empty trash cans and containers.
- Must know the locations of all first aid kits, emergency eye wash stations, ear plugs, and safety harnesses. Conduct SLAM prior to performing each task.
- Report any problems to immediate lead person/supervisor.
- In addition to the above, tasks and projects may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as deemed necessary by management.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- High level of safety and quality.
- Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs and ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.).
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred.
- Forklift experience - Preferred.
- Computer Software - Preferred.
- Warehouse experience - Preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of in similar capacity preferably in mining.
U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.
As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.