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Plant Operator I Wet

U.S. Silica · ussilica.com
MontpelierOn-siteEntry level
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The job in short

Wet plant equipment operator at a mineral processing plant.

Warehouse

Details

Found
27 d ago · posted 2026-09-01
Location as listed
Montpelier, VA, United States
Role
Production / Machine Operator
Source
The company’s own careers site

Full description

Operates and monitors wet plant equipment, assisting with process control, and ensuring safe and efficient operation under close supervision. • Knowledge • On the job training will be provided. • Safety training. • Quality System training. • Front end loader operator training. • Problem Analysis • On the job training will be provided. • Computer • On the job training will be provided. • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience. • Requires valid/active Driver�s License • Loader operators experience preferred. • Inspect and document work area for safety/environmental concerns. • Cooperate with other Mine/Plant Mobile Equipment Operators and Utility workers to ensure seamless transition of workflow during breaks, lunches, shift changes, illnesses, and vacations. • Cooperate with the Grinding Process Operator to produce sufficient quantity and quality to meet Dry Process needs. • Cooperate with the Dry Process Operator to maintain sufficient quantity and quality feed to the dry section. • Cooperate with supervision and lab personnel taking samples to maintain sufficient in-process quality. • Will keep the mobile equipment cabs clean and free of trash and keep the mine shop area where greasing/refilling fluids takes place clean. • 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. • Understand the importance of Top and Bottom cutting. • Understand wet section quality triggers (Coarse Sand, Iron, Phosphorus) 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

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