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Independence TX. LLC

Control Room Operator

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A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.

$39,901 / year median in Ohio

+7% projected growth

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Help Keep Our Frac Sand Plant Running Safely, Efficiently, and On Target Control Room, SCADA/DCS/PLC, Mining, Processing, Oil & Gas, or Heavy Industrial Experience Preferred. We're looking for a detail-oriented Control Room Operator to monitor and control processing systems and equipment from a centralized control room at our frac sand plant. This role is critical to maintaining safe, continuous operations, meeting production targets, reducing downtime, and ensuring consistent product quality. As a Control Room Operator, you'll use DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems to monitor plant performance, respond to alarms and operational trends, make process adjustments, and coordinate with field operators, maintenance teams, shift leads, and plant management to keep the operation running smoothly. What You'll Do Operate and monitor plant processing equipment and systems using DCS, PLC, and SCADA platforms. Adjust equipment settings and process parameters to maintain optimal performance and product quality. Monitor alarms, indicators, camera feeds, and operational trends to identify abnormalities and respond quickly to system upsets. Coordinate with field operators and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions. Record and report production data, downtime events, and system performance metrics. Follow all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Communicate clearly with shift leads and plant management regarding operational concerns, production targets, and equipment performance. Benefits & Perks Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and company holidays Monthly production bonus eligibility PPE reimbursement, including approved safety boots and protective equipment Career growth with a rapidly expanding company Schedule This role requires flexibility to support continuous plant operations. Rotating shifts Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
Requirements:
What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification preferred. 2+ years of experience in a plant control room environment such as mining, processing, oil & gas, or a related industry. Experience with SCADA, DCS, or PLC control systems. Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of processing equipment. Ability to remain calm under pressure while monitoring multiple systems at once. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities. Prior experience in frac sand mining or similar bulk materials processing is a plus.
OSHA/MSHA
safety training or certifications and familiarity with sand product quality control procedures are preferred. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions as needed. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, with occasional heavier lifting using assistance or equipment. Ability to read instructions, safety signs, and warning labels and hear alarms, equipment sounds, and verbal instructions in noisy environments. Comfort working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to heat, cold, dust, fumes, loud noise, or hazardous materials. Regular use of required PPE, including hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, respirator, and other protective equipment. Join Our Team! If you're ready to play a key role in safe, efficient plant operations and help maintain the quality and reliability of our frac sand production, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help keep our operation running safely, efficiently, and on target!