QC Lab Tech

U.S. Silica; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 3,031,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica is seeking a QC Lab Tech for night shift in Sparks, NV. You will perform intermediate lab testing, troubleshoot nonconformances, and support plant teams in maintaining quality standards.

The role requires the ability to work on elevated platforms, climb stairs/ladders, and operate related lab equipment within a factory environment. MSHA knowledge and forklift experience are preferred assets.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 months' related experience or training preferred or equivalent.
• Strong safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Obtains samples for analyses.
• Prepares samples for analyses.
• Runs routine laboratory analyses.
• Updates computer database with sample analysis data.
• Capable of working in high places.
• Prepares written reports for work activities.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Reading/interpreting documents

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MSHA Knowledge

Forklift

Job description

The QC Lab Tech performs intermediate lab testing, troubleshoots nonconformances, and supports the plant team in maintaining quality standards.

Schedule: Night Shift, Tuesday - Friday 4:30AM – 3PM

Responsibilities

• Obtains samples for analyses.
• Prepares samples for analyses.
• Runs routine laboratory analyses.
• Updates computer database with sample analysis data.
• Capable of working in high places.
• Prepares written reports for work activities.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 months' related experience and/or training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

About Us

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.

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.

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.

Job Info

• Job Identification 467
• Job Category Engineering & Scientific
• Posting Date 05/07/2026, 03:25 PM
• Degree Level High School Diploma or GED
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 640 Clark Station Rd, Sparks, NV, 89434, US (On-site)