Plant Operator

Come join the Smart Sand Blair team!

We are a fully integrated sand supply and services company, offering complete sand, logistics, storage, and management solutions to our customers with our in-basin trans-loading terminals and our smartsystem storage capabilities. We own and operate premium frac sand mines and related processing facilities in Wisconsin and Illinois, which have access to three Class I rail lines, allowing us to deliver products substantially anywhere in the United States and Canada.

We are currently looking for experienced Plant Operators to join our Production team at our Blair facility. The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 with a $1.00 night shift differential.

This position involves the skilled operation of various processing equipment systems, as well as a variety of laboring activities. This includes but is not limited to, directing the grounds crew to lubricate, shovel, sweep, mechanically assist, lift, push, and pull various objectives.

The position will work under the supervision of the Production Supervisor however, will require taking direction from other Smart Sand leaders. This position is based primarily at our Blair facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicates processing instructions to Grounds Crew to: Install, maintain, or repair hoses, pumps, filters, or screens. Maintain processing equipment using hand tools. Inspect machines for hazards, operating efficiencies, malfunctions, wear, or leaks. Remove clogs, defects, or impurities from machines, tanks, conveyors, screens, or other processing equipment. Remove material from discharge outlets to prevent material buildup.
• Monitors material flow or instruments (e.g. pressure gauges, set points, indicators, or meters) to ensure optimal processing conditions.
• Sets up or adjusts machine controls to regulate conditions (e.g. material flow or pressure).
• Trains the Quality Assurance Program and test processes as required by Quality Management System.
• Examines samples visually or by hand to verify quality (e.g., clarity, quality, texture, or consistency).
• Must have knowledge of operating small equipment including, but not limited to, skid steers, telehandlers, and man lifts.
• Must have knowledge of heavy equipment including, but not limited to, haul trucks and loaders.
• Maintains logs of instrument readings, test results, and shift production. Saves production information in a computer database.
• Uses hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor.
• Demonstrates constant commitment to safety, professional behavior, and environmental considerations.
• Formulates, documents, and maintains quality assurance standards and ongoing quality control objectives.
• Communicates with loader operators to direct flow/pace of sand feed.
• Works cooperatively to comply with facility-wide environmental and quality management systems.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• MSHA training and experience are required.
• Knowledge and skill to operate basic heavy equipment pieces.
• Prior experience as a Plant Operator in both Wet and Dry plants.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision.
• Good judgment is required.
• Must be adaptable and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have high safety standards for self and others.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate effectively with others.
• Must be willing to work any assigned shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Must be able to read.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees, as well as coverage for eligible dependents (first day of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Health Savings Account and Health Reimbursement Arrangement with employer contributions.
• Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Paid Time Off.
• 9 annual paid Holidays.

To learn more about our exciting organization go to smartsand.com.

We are a smoke free campus.

Only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted by the company directly.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.