Operator

US Silica•West Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Operator operates multiple production units, monitors control systems, and troubleshoots basic process issues with limited supervision. The role includes assignments as a bulk loader, Wet Process Helper, or Millman, with responsibilities for safe equipment operation, quality checks, process testing and sampling, equipment maintenance, cleanup, and professional working relationships.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
High level of safety and quality.
Ability to multitask at a fast pace at times.
Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders across multiple levels and work from elevated platforms.
Ability to use hand tools such as a shovel, hammer, and wrenches.
Good problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) knowledge.
Forklift experience.
Computer software experience.
Warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily pre-shift and post-shift inspections of production equipment and record them on daily confirmation sheets.
Complete daily pre-operation inspection sheets for equipment used during the shift.
Follow company safety and health policies and complete required MSHA, US Silica, Columbia Plant, and task training before performing job duties.
Keep high-traffic areas clean and clear of trash, debris, tools, hoses, and other items; use proper procedures to clean oil and lubricant leaks and spills.
Follow and maintain applicable environmental compliance standards.
Perform scheduled quality checks while operating equipment and adjust equipment as needed to maintain quality specifications.
As a bulk loader, inspect incoming trucks and railcars to determine whether cleaning is required, and wash them out when needed.
Load incoming trucks and railcars with the correct product and complete a Data Collection Card with loading information for each railcar loaded.
Clean spills on or around trucks, railcars, and the loading area.
As a Wet Process Helper, perform duties on the Wet Process Machine Patrol checklist, including pump and reagent checks.
Clear wet-process machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed.
Conduct wet-process in-process control tests and collect in-process and finished-product samples.
Clean spills and wash down wet-process areas as needed.
As a Millman, perform duties on the Milling Machine Patrol checklist, including mill and separator checks and equipment greasing and lubrication.
Clear milling machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed.
Conduct milling in-process control tests and collect in-process and finished-product samples.
Clean spills and wash down milling areas as needed.
Maintain strong working relationships within the plant and supportive, respectful relationships with U.S. Silica employees and departments.
Maintain professional relationships with contractors, vendors, truck drivers, and site visitors.