Production Worker

U.S. Silica; Vale (OR); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Silica in Vale, Oregon is seeking an entry-level Operations Associate to assist in the operation and monitoring of production equipment, perform routine inspections, and support plant processes under supervision.

The role requires clear communication, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced outdoor environment, and a willingness to work a flexible day shift. Forklift experience and MSHA knowledge are preferred.

Formación

• 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

Responsabilidades

• Operate and monitor production equipment; perform routine inspections.
• Pack and label products; manage bags, boxes, and railcars.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and support general plant operations.
• Follow safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist with bulk car prep and equipment clearing.
• Complete basic maintenance tasks as needed.
• All other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Flexible schedule

Following instructions

Safety awareness

Herramientas

Forklift operation

MSHA knowledge

Warehouse equipment

Descripción del empleo

Assists in the operation and monitoring of production equipment, performing routine inspections, and supporting plant processes under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal).
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Manufacturing experience preferred Working Safely is Priority.
• Packs product into bags, bulk bags, boxes and bulk hopper rail cars.
• Completes or assists with bulk car cleaning, sealing, purging and switching.
• Uses manual and automatic palletizer.
• Identifies bag type, pallet type, and code stickers.
• Remove, replace, and record broken and light weight bags.
• Dump broken bags and refeed non-conforming product.
• Check and record bag weights.
• Fills out proper code identification.
• Makes boxes using glue guns or heat shrink guns.
• Stacks or restacks bags or boxes on pallets as required.
• Operates warehouse and yard forklifts, skid steer loader, ultra-vac, floor sweeper as required.
• Unplugging elevators, fans, de-lumpers, product lines, and dense phase as needed.
• Cleanup of crusher, ore dump/grizzly, furnace, under palletizer elevators and other site cleanup as needed. Along with clearing belts and charging discharge lines as needed.
• Dump spill hoppers, including ultravac hopper.
• General plant cleanup, including but not limited to, washing down of structures and grounds, sweeping with push broom, vacuuming warehouse floors, and cleaning hoppers.
• Comply with all safety & environmental regulations, MSHA regulations, and company policies.
• Prioritize safety and follow all regulatory and company policies.
• Package products into bags, boxes, and railcars; inspect and label packaging.
• Operate palletizers, forklifts, and other mobile equipment.
• Perform cleanup tasks including sweeping, vacuuming, and washing down equipment and structures.
• Assist with bulk car prep, product refeed, and clearing blockages in equipment.
• Complete basic maintenance tasks such as propane filling, compactor use, and confined space procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and support general plant operations as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 686
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 11/10/2026, 04:54 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 2630 Graham Blvd, Vale, OR, 97918, US (On-site)