Manufacturing Operator

What We Offer

• 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Matching 401K
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Efficiently set-up, fill, inspect and package all Cast Booster products.
• Assure safe and timely processing of PETN to supply the demand of booster operations with respect to plant and site specific safety rules and quality standards.
• Manufacture a quality Booster product
• Responsible for properly stocking manufacturing areas and preparing product for shipping.
• Set up canisters on specific tooling, pouring hot pentolite into canisters and moving carts into cooling tunnels.
• Melt down process of transferring melted TNT/Triton from the pre melter into main pots.
• Add PETN to main pots per specific formulations, and monitor the process per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Loading empty plastic or corrugated canisters onto pallets.
• Cleaning and packing finished product into corrugated boxes for shipping.
• Stamping Canisters
• Will be required to drive a van/box truck to transport product, prepare, operate and unload centrifuge.
• Must complete proper documentation and balances while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Promote implementation of industry best practices, pursue the elimination of waste and support initiatives in manufacturing.
• Focus on improving safety and quality and minimize the impact to current production
• Able to act as a partner with Maintenance to problem solve safety issues and improve machine up time.
• Must demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety.
• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives and regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• A High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred - on the job training is provided
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives
• Ability to communicate with others effectively verbally
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to stand, sit, squat, bend and walk through the entire shift
• Must be capable of lifting up to 58 lbs. and push/pull 83 lbs.
• Ability to wear and care for applicable personal protective equipment (such as, safety glasses and shoes, respirator, face shield, Tyvec, sleeves, gloves, coveralls, safety harness) as required by site specific requirements
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
• Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
• Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
• Treat the Business as our Own
• Care for the Community & our Environment
• Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
• Deliver on our Promises