Dry Process Equipment Operator - Safe, Efficient Production

U.S.-Silica; Dubberly (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica in Dubberly, LA is seeking an Operator Dry to operate mining equipment with minimal supervision while ensuring safe, efficient production.

You will perform inspections, maintain equipment, and conduct quality checks, while following safety policies and completing required MSHA and plant training.

The role involves outdoor work, climbing stairs, using hand tools, and coordinating with truck and railcar loading teams on-site.

Qualifications

• 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.
• MSHA knowledge preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Computer software experience preferred.
• Warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 as described in Wet Process Machine Patrol and Milling Machine Patrol checklists and restart equipment as needed.
• Clear machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed.
• Conduct all in-process control tests in the wet process and milling.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Outdoor work

Stairs & ladders

Hand tools

Problem solving

MSHA knowledge

Forklift experience

Computer software

Warehouse experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

U.S. Silica in Dubberly, LA is seeking an Operator Dry to operate mining equipment with minimal supervision while ensuring safe, efficient production.

You will perform inspections, maintain equipment, and conduct quality checks, while following safety policies and completing required MSHA and plant training.

The role involves outdoor work, climbing stairs, using hand tools, and coordinating with truck and railcar loading teams on-site.