Job Description
The Production Operator performs basic manual labor tasks to support plant operations, maintenance teams, and housekeeping efforts under close supervision.
- Safety Responsibilities:
- Personal Protective Equipment will be worn at all time while on duty (hard hat, hard toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves)
- Before work begins on any shift, visually inspect equipment and work area to ensure both are in safe operating condition. Document this inspection on workplace exam
- Follow all company safety and health policies
- Report any unsafe conditions to management for repairs. Any defects will be barricaded, and a notification will be posted. Equipment will be locked and tagged out as required
- Report all accidents immediately
- Environmental Responsibilities:
- Keep all high traffic areas clean and clear of any trash, debris, tools, hoses, or other miscellaneous items (use proper procedures for oil and other lubricants leaks and spills)
- Follow and maintain all applicable standards related to Environmental Compliance
- Report any Environmental events to plant management
- Production Responsibilities:
- Operate, inspect and calibrate all bagging and flour loading equipment safely and efficiently according to plant standards
- Conduct product sampling and testing in accordance to Quality Control Documents to ensure quality product is being packaged
- Conduct minor maintenance on all equipment (chutes, bins, placers, conveyors, wrappers). Lock and Tag Out equipment properly.
- Complete daily shift production report (amounts and grades of product loaded or bagged, amount of waste product, time spent on different assignments, etc.).
- Provide specific information on any maintenance or other downtime reasons
- Load bulk railcars, tanker trucks and container trucks
- Operate forklift
- Additional duties as assigned
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- 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 & 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
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
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.