Crane/Tower Operator jobs in Omaha, NE

U.S. Silica is a global performance materials company and a leading producer of commercial silica used in a wide range of industrial applications and in the oil and gas industry.

U.S. Silica’s wholly owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics®. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays.

SandBox Logistics® is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient.

During our 121-year history, we have developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable us to produce and cost-effectively deliver over 400 diversified product types to customers across our end markets.

As of December 31, 2020, we operated 23 production facilities across the United States. We control 489 million tons of reserves of commercial silica, which can be processed to make 197 million tons of finished products that meet American Petroleum Institute ("API") frac sand specifications, and 79 million tons of reserves of diatomaceous earth, perlite, and clays.

The Company is headquartered in Katy, Texas.

• Night Shift (10pm - 6am)
• Schedule Monday - Friday with extended hours / weekends as needed.
• Starts at $26.00 / hr
• Competitive Benefits

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working Safe is priority
• Conduct workplace inspections focusing on any potential safety hazards.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are met and all areas are maintained in a clean and professional manner.
• Operate the perlite plant according to Standard Operating Procedures and ensuring product demands are met.
• Conduct thorough QC testing of process and finished composite samples. Ensuring product meets quality specifications.
• Enter production receipts and finished code data.
• Support minor maintenance activities with the mill.
• Maintain high level of communication to ensure efficiency and all plant goals are met

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• High school diploma or general education (GED); or equivalent experience.
• 3 years in a process manufacturing environment and strong technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong technical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment (multi-tasking skills a must)
• Good attention to quality and detail
• Good computer skills
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed.
• Mechanical ability, preferred
• Welding experience; preferred but not required

Last updated : 2024-05-03