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Plant Operator I Dry

US Silica

  • Montpelier, VA
  • 13 days ago

    Highlights

    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.). Cooperate with other Dry Process Operators and Utility workers to ensure seamless transition of workflow during breaks, lunches, shift changes, illnesses and vacations.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMontpelier, VA
    IndustryOther/Not Classified
    Company Size1,000 to 1,499 employees
    Websitehttp://www.ussilica.com/

    Description

    JobID: 668

    Category: Operations

    JobSchedule: Full time

    Posted Date: 2026-10-21T15:35:12+00:00

    JobShift: Night

    :

    • Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy.
    • Must have strong attention to detail.
    • Must possess an excellent operation and safety record.
    • Must be able to consistently report to work and on time; meet schedules and deadlines on time.
    • Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully and with alternate solutions in mind when necessary.
    • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
    • Must have up to date knowledge of laws and compliance regulations.
    • High school diploma or GED preferred.
    • Requires valid/active Drivers License Responsibilities:
    • Inspect and document work area for safety/environmental concerns.
    • Cooperate with other Dry Process Operators and Utility workers to ensure seamless transition of workflow during breaks, lunches, shift changes, illnesses and vacations.
    • Cooperate with the Grinding Process Operator and Wet Section Loader Operator to maintain sufficient quantity and quality to meet dry process production needs.
    • Cooperate with supervision and lab personnel taking samples to maintain sufficient quality of final product.
    • Will keep the dry processing area clean and free of spillage, used maintenance items and trash.
    • Will wear required personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hi-vis, and hearing protection) in designated areas, and adhere to all local, state, federal and U.S. Silica health and safety standards
    • Operations:
    • Start up and shut down the section.
    • Adjust feed rate, burners, and dampers.
    • Obtain silo measurements and maintain silo levels.
    • Obtain and record all necessary values for equipment, i.e. dust collector readings, exhaust stack vacuum, etc.
    • Identify each piece of equipment in the section.
    • Operate dryers to minimize fuel consumption.
    • Operation and inspection of reject pump and discharge.
    • Operation and inspection of dust collector.
    • Obtain and enter the correct information into the operations spreadsheet
    • Operating Maintenance:
    • Clean strainers in dry section.
    • Lubricate all equipment in the section.
    • Un-choke blue tank.
    • Reset exterior electrical disconnects for all equipment in the section.
    • Un-choke reject boxes.
    • Replace jets in reject boxes.
    • Repair holes to reduce or eliminate spillage.
    • Quality:
    • Check Sweco screen product for oversize.
    • Test Fe2O3 using the PortaSpec.
    • Adjust magnetic controls to control Fe2O3.
    • Test and standardize the PortaSpec.
    • Clean the PortaSpec.
    • Obtain representative in-process samples.
    • Obtain representative truck samples (when necessary).
    • Perform proper truck bed inspection to ensure no contamination (when necessary).
    • Log truck shipments and direct trucks to the proper silo.
    • Additional duties as assigned
    • 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

    About Company

    The Premier Silica Sand Provider for Today and Tomorrow

    U.S. Silica is a leading silica sand supplier with a focus on performance materials that are essential to modern living. Our state-of-the-art offerings are used in variety of Industries and Applications.

    • Oil and gas wells are more productive because our high-quality proppants improve flow rates and recovery from unconventional wells
    • Wind-powered and solar energy are more economical due to cost-effective manufacturing
    • Paints and coatings are more durable because of the quality of our crystal structure
    • Geothermal wells are more efficient due to improved heat transfer
    • Electronic devices are more scratch resistant because of the specially sized sand we offer
    • High-performance metal parts are more uniform because of our strict product and quality control

    At U.S. Silica, our devotion to remaining on the cutting edge of technology helps improve the quality of every day - at home, at work and at play.

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