Truck Loader

Truck Loader

The Truck Loader loads bulk materials with moderate supervision and increased responsibility. This role includes documenting loads, troubleshooting minor issues, and assisting in quality control during the loading process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily tasks, assign work, communicate with crew/customers, maintain safety, product quality, and housekeeping.
• Perform supervisory tasks: coordinate breaks, train new employees, troubleshoot systems, enforce policies, and ensure safety compliance.
• Lead crew in start-up, operation, and shutdown of equipment and facility systems.
• Operate truck loading/unloading systems and automated control programs; guide truck movement using signals.
• Perform maintenance tasks, preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, and debris removal.
• Report facility status and bin levels to management; participate in daily safety briefings and thorough shift changeovers.
• Observe, report, and troubleshoot potential operational or safety hazards.
• Complete paperwork accurately and completely; check for paperwork accuracy.
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma and general education diploma (GED 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.).
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred.
• Forklift experience - Preferred.
• Computer Software - Preferred.
• Warehouse experience - Preferred.
• Good attendance and adherence to U.S. Silica Core Values.
• Written/verbal communication, dexterity, organizational, interpersonal, analytical, time management, customer focus.
• Ability to read and interpret safety, operational, and maintenance manuals.
• Computer skills (PC, Word, Excel, UltiPro, JD Edwards, HMI, Outlook, Salesforce).
• Ability to perform physical labor tasks and work with minimal supervision.

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 Info

• Job Identification 519
• Job Category Operations
• Degree Level High School Diploma or GED
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 300 County Road 11, Lamesa, TX, 79331, US (On-site)