Plant Operator

Smart Sand Inc•Tomah, WI

57d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Smart Sand is seeking experienced Plant Operators to join their Production team at the Oakdale facility. This role involves the skilled operation of various processing equipment systems and performing laboring activities such as lubricating, shoveling, sweeping, and mechanically assisting with lifting, pushing, and pulling. The position operates under the supervision of the Production Manager but may take direction from other leaders. Smart Sand is a fully integrated sand supply and services company with premium frac sand mines and processing facilities.

Requirements

MSHA training and experience are required.
Knowledge and skill to operate basic heavy equipment pieces.
Prior experience as a Plant Operator in both Wet and Dry plants.
Basic computer knowledge.
Must be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision.
Good judgment is required.
Must be adaptable and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must have high safety standards for self and others.
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate effectively with others.
Must be willing to work any assigned shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Basic mathematical skills.
Must be able to read.
Plant Operator: 1 year (Required)

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of operating small equipment including, but not limited to, skid steers, telehandlers, and man lifts.
Knowledge of heavy equipment including, but not limited to, haul trucks and loaders.
Previous leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicates processing instructions to Grounds Crew to install, maintain, or repair hoses, pumps, filters, or screens.
Maintains processing equipment using hand tools.
Inspects machines for hazards, operating efficiencies, malfunctions, wear, or leaks.
Removes clogs, defects, or impurities from machines, tanks, conveyors, screens, or other processing equipment.
Removes material from discharge outlets to prevent material buildup.
Monitors material flow or instruments to ensure optimal processing conditions.
Sets up or adjusts machine controls to regulate conditions.
Trains the Quality Assurance Program and test processes as required by Quality Management System.
Examines samples visually or by hand to verify quality.
Maintains logs of instrument readings, test results, and shift production.
Saves production information in a computer database.
Uses hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor.
Demonstrates constant commitment to safety, professional behavior, and environmental considerations.
Formulates, documents, and maintains quality assurance standards and ongoing quality control objectives.
Communicates with loader operators to direct flow/pace of sand feed.
Works cooperatively to comply with facility-wide environmental and quality management systems.
Performs other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees, as well as coverage for eligible dependents (first day of the month following 30 days of employment).
Health Savings Account and Health Reimbursement Arrangement with employer contributions.
Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage.
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match.
Paid Time Off.
9 annual paid Holidays.
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance