JobID: 523
Category: Operations
JobSchedule: Full time
Posted Date: 2026-05-29T17:15:55+00:00
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Operations:
Supervise the efficient operation of the mine and processes within established parameters
Leads and directs the operations work force under the direction of the plant manager
Plan and schedule necessary downtime with production departments
Production planning for various products and production units, process troubleshooting, and reporting
Identify process bottlenecks and causes of substandard performance
Formulate and execute a plan for correcting problems
Involve operator and maintenance personnel in the process improvements
Assume "ownership" of the mine and process equipment
Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure preventive maintenance is performed and the equipment is operating as designed
Additional duties as assigned.
Safety Responsibilities:
Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspection on all production equipment during your shift daily and record on daily confirmation sheets
Ensure the plants' compliance with MSHA regulations, operating permits, and US Silica policies and procedures
Ensure proper site-training and documentation is complete for all employees, visitors, and contractors prior to exposure to the hazards of the operations
Follow all company safety and health policies
Customer Service Responsibilities:
Support daily duties with order processing ensuring orders are uploaded in JDE
Provide support to customers and carriers with scheduled orders
Quality Responsibilities:
Provide customers with daily COA's through QAD software
Ensure shipped product meets all customer requirements including product quality parameters and freedom from contamination during loading or transit
Problem Solving:
Anticipate problems and prevent them when possible
Serve as the technical expert in the process area
Gather information from various sources, identify process or maintenance problems, and generate options for solutions
Demonstrate sound judgment in choosing a course of action
Ideal candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Strong industrial background required.
Prefer 3-5 years' experience with the following skills and equipment:
Mineral Processing
Slurry Pumping
Rotating Equipment
Mechanical knowledge
Microsoft Office
Be willing to be an on-call schedule
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.