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AF Gelhar is one of the first and foremost silica sand mining businesses located in Central Wisconsin. 

Our commitment to top quality products and services, supported by environmental safety standards, makes us a valuable partner to multiple industries.

We are family owned and operated and work together with our employees, associates and business colleagues to achieve goals.

AF Gelhar is located in Markesan in the scenic rolling hills of Wisconsin. Nearby communities include Appleton, Oshkosh, Ripon, Berlin, Green Lake and Princeton where there is ample housing, schools and local activities for young adults and families alike.


 

Plant Operator

Plant operators are cross-trained in all facets of operations and quality testing and are expected to become proficient in mobile equipment operation, wet/dry operation, screening, blending and product testing. Post-training operators are expected to use equipment in a safe manner. Basic mechanical skills are required for basic plant maintenance.

Management

Management oversees all operations performed at the A.F. Gelhar Co., Inc and directs sales activities including prospecting, price quotes and customer service.

Electricians

Electricians are familiar with all production related process equipment (screeners, dryers, elevators, conveyors, pumps, motors) including control and monitoring systems. Trained Electricians are expected to provide troubleshooting support to plant operators and be the key contact for all electrical subject matter. Electricians also act a mechanic as it relates to the execution of the position responsibilities.

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technicians report to the maintenance manager and are familiar with all production related process equipment (screeners, dryers, elevators, conveyors, pumps, motors) and control and monitoring systems. Maintenance Technicians are expected to provide troubleshooting support to plant operators and be the key contact for all mechanical related subject matter.

Shift Team Lead

Shift Team Lead is cross-trained in all facets of operations; safety, quality and are proficient in ISO, safety, and all aspects of operations. Shift Team Leads are expected to operate equipment in a safe manner.

Mobile Equipment Operator

Operators are cross-trained in all facets of mobile equipment operations and are expected to operate equipment in a safe manner. Mechanical skills are required for basic plant/mobile equipment maintenance.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, Life/Health/Dental Insurance