Job Description
The Process Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating various production equipment including, but not limited to, heavy mobile equipment, conveyors, screens, hydrosizers, pumps, and dryers to support the manufacturing of silica sand.
Responsibilities
- Inspects immediate work area prior to beginning operations.
- Operates control boards including but not limited to: screens, conveyor belts, pumps, hydrosizers, dryers, and elevators in accordance with established procedures.
- Operates heavy mobile equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Performs rail loading functions in accordance with established procedures.
- Shuts down equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Clean up and other duties as assigned.
- May perform TPM tasks as required by management.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma, general education diploma (GED required.
- Good understanding of plant operations required.
- 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 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 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 Identification 538
- Job Category Operations
- Posting Date 06/09/2026, 08:22 PM
- Degree Level High School Diploma or GED
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations 2500 Iband Ave, Sparta, WI, 54656, US (On-site)
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