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QC Lab Tech

US Silica
  • Sparks, NV
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

JobID: 467

Category: Engineering & Scientific

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-05-07T15:25:02+00:00

JobShift:

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  • Obtains samples for analyses.
  • Prepares samples for analyses.
  • Runs routine laboratory analyses.
  • Updates computer database with sample analysis data.
  • Capable of working in high places.
  • Prepares written reports for work activities.
  • Additional duties as assigned.
  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • 1-3 months' related experience and/or training preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 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 and 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.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Presents numerical data effectively.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSparks, NV
IndustryOther/Not Classified
Company Size1,000 to 1,499 employees
Websitehttp://www.ussilica.com/

About Company

The Premier Silica Sand Provider for Today and Tomorrow

U.S. Silica is a leading silica sand supplier with a focus on performance materials that are essential to modern living. Our state-of-the-art offerings are used in variety of Industries and Applications.

  • Oil and gas wells are more productive because our high-quality proppants improve flow rates and recovery from unconventional wells
  • Wind-powered and solar energy are more economical due to cost-effective manufacturing
  • Paints and coatings are more durable because of the quality of our crystal structure
  • Geothermal wells are more efficient due to improved heat transfer
  • Electronic devices are more scratch resistant because of the specially sized sand we offer
  • High-performance metal parts are more uniform because of our strict product and quality control

At U.S. Silica, our devotion to remaining on the cutting edge of technology helps improve the quality of every day - at home, at work and at play.

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Softwareunmatched
  • Concreteunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Database Analysisunmatched
  • Energy Efficiencyunmatched
  • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Hand Toolsunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Laboratoryunmatched
  • Laboratory Analysisunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Mine Safety and Healthunmatched
  • Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)unmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Oil and Gasunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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