The Operator Dry operates intermediate to advanced mining equipment with minimal supervision, ensuring safe and efficient production • Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections on all production equipment during each shift and record findings on daily confirmation sheets. • Complete pre-operation equipment inspection sheets on any equipment used during your shift. • Follow all company safety and health policies. • Complete MSHA, U.S. Silica, Columbia Plant, and all task training prior to performing daily job responsibilities. • Keep all high-traffic areas clean and clear of trash, debris, tools, hoses, or other items. • Use proper cleaning procedures for oil and other lubricant leaks and spills. • Follow and maintain all applicable Environmental Compliance standards. • Perform quality checks while operating equipment on a scheduled basis to maintain product specifications. • Make adjustments to equipment as needed. • Inspect incoming trucks and railcars and determine if cleaning is required. • Wash out trucks or railcars when necessary. • Load trucks and railcars with the correct product. • Complete the Data Collection Card with loading information for each railcar loaded. • Clean spills on or around trucks, railcars, and loading areas. • Perform all duties in the Wet Process Machine Patrol checklist, including pump checks and reagent checks. • Clear machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed. • Conduct all in-process control tests in the wet process. • Collect all in-process and finished product samples in the wet process. • Clean spills and wash down wet process areas as needed. • Perform all duties in the Milling Machine Patrol checklist, including mill and separator checks and greasing and lubricating equipment. • Clear machinery malfunctions and restart equipment as needed. • Conduct all in-process control tests in milling. • Clean spills and wash down milling areas as needed. • Maintain strong working relationships within the plant. • Maintain supportive and respectful working relationships with all U.S. Silica employees and departments. • Maintain professional relationships with contractors, vendors, truck drivers, and site visitors. • Perform additional duties as assigned. • High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) required. • Basic computer skills. • High level of safety and quality awareness. • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to work outdoors in all seasons. • Ability to climb multi-level stairs and ladders and work from elevated platforms. • Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, hammers, and wrenches. • Good problem-solving skills. • Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) knowledge preferred. • Forklift experience preferred. • Computer software experience preferred. • Warehouse experience preferred.