Utility Operator Third Shift

About the role

Covia is seeking a dynamic Utility Operator to join our team at our Lugoff, SC location. This role is critical for ensuring the safe and productive operation of the plant.

Responsibilities

• Comply with applicable MSHA Regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the site.
• Comply with provided instructions for safety and health of supervision at the site.
• Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by management.
• Ensure, to the extent of the responsibilities and duties allocated to the employee, that the work and activities under the employee’s control, supervision, or leadership is conducted in a way that does not expose the employee or person or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner which is most efficient and prevents damage, downtime, and quality issues.
• Act in a responsible manner without negligence or recklessness that might adversely affect safety and health of co-workers and production.
• Adequately fulfill responsibilities of the position to support production orders, quotas, and overall quality at the site.
• Complete required paperwork in an orderly, accurate, and timely manner.
• Assist with plant maintenance as required and maintain housekeeping at the site.
• Perform duties of packaging, shipping, bulk, and control room as required and directed by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Literacy in English, both verbally and written.
• Previous experience within mining operations (preferably sand).
• Prior exposure to an understanding of operational equipment in sand.
• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment adequately.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with previous experience in identifying and managing risks.
• Demonstrated experience contributing within a team of professionals to deliver set targets.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment adequately.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with previous experience in identifying and managing risks.
• Demonstrated experience contributing within a team of professionals to deliver set targets.

Skills

• Operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Comply with safety regulations.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Operate heavy machinery.

Benefits

Covia offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits including:

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits – medical, vision, dental
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Disability plans and Life / AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate plant operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Covia is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or military service or reserve or veteran status.