Dry Plant Operator - Night Shift - Wyeville Plant

Tomah, Wisconsin; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K with employer match

Paid vacation & holidays

Disability & life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Iron Oak Energy is seeking a night-shift Dry Plant Operator at its Wyeville, WI plant to support production and rail load out operations. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operation with limited supervision and cross-training across plant tasks.

The ideal candidate will have basic experience with industrial materials handling, PPE readiness, and the ability to work night hours on site, contributing to quality and throughput in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret drawings and follow routers.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic and document records.
• Willing to wear PPE and operate safely.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dry plant and rail load out under supervision.
• Perform plant cleanup, housekeeping and screen changes.
• Train on plant control systems and railcar loading procedures.
• Assist maintenance with routine tasks and inspections.

Skills

Basic safety procedures

Basic analytical ability

Basic computer knowledge

Valid driver's license

Education

Education to read drawings and perform basic math

Job description

Dry Plant Operator - Night Shift - Wyeville Plant

Iron Oak Energy, a leading provider of proppant to the oil and gas industry with a differentiated footprint of low-cost, logistically advantaged mining and terminal assets serving all major U.S. shale basins. Iron Oak Energy Solutions, formed from the strategic combination of Covia Energy and Black Mountain Sand to create a premier frac sand mining company, delivering superior products and solutions to diversified oil and natural gas markets across North America. The combination positions Iron Oak Energy with unmatched scale, reliability, and deliverability to customers in all major oil and gas shale plays.

Iron Oak Energy is seeking a night-shift Dry Plant Operator who will have a positive impact on the Operations team at it's Wyeville, WI. Plant location. With limited supervision, the Dry Plant Operator is responsible for the operation of the dry plant and load out operations and ensuring maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company. Has been cross trained in all aspects, tasks and sub-tasks of plant operations and rail load out.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing general labor such as plant clean-up and housekeeping. Participates in screen changes
• Following directions and completing tasks in a timely manner with close supervision.
• Tasks include, but are not limited to cleaning under tail pulleys and high build up areas, ensuring belts are tracking properly, participating in frequent screen changes, and any other tasks assigned by lead or dry plant manager.
• Ability to train on plant control systems and railcar loading procedures
• Ability to train on and be fully capable of operating skid steers, tele handlers and man lifts.
• Ability to train in Quality Assurance program by learning test processes as required by the QA program and procedures.
• Communicating with shift leads and dry plant manager as to any process malfunctions or irregularities.
• Assisting with rail load out when needed including inspection of rail cars and silo housekeeping.
• Participating in plant maintenance program, general equipment upkeep and critical checks as directed by dry plant manager.
• Assisting maintenance technicians in performing routine maintenance and repairs including greasing, belt changes and equipment adjustments as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

• Sufficient education to make appropriate arithmetic equations and complete written documentation and records; or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the desired knowledge, skills and characteristics. Must be able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers, use simple math, and use basic hand held measuring tools

Experience & Skills:

• Prefer six (6) months to one (1) years’ experience of which prior experience related to operating small equipment such as fork lifts, bobcats and man lifts.
• Basic knowledge and experience with safe procedures, including industrial mineral materials handling desirable.
• Basic analytical experience.
• Education in a related field may count toward experience.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach and move about the facility.
• Frequently lift, carry, pull and push 75 lbs. or more.
• Frequently climbs ladders and stairs.
• Regularly walks on unleveled ground.
• Work performed in a plant environment. Exposure to inclement weather as most work will be performed outside.
• Personal Protective Equipment:
  • Safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe boots and Respirator when required.
  • Auditory and fall protection applicable when required.
• Excellent Healthcare Benefits – medical, vision, dental
• 401K with company matching
• Vacation + Paid Holidays
• Disability, Life / AD&D, and Long-Term Care Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program

Iron Oak Energy is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities based on work-related factors without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. We offer competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive range of benefits.

This job description reflects the principal functions of the role and may not cover all work requirements. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to meet exceptional conditions.