Blaster

Quick Supply Co.; Ridgeville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical benefits

401(k) plan with match

Life insurance

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

A reputable explosives company is seeking a Blaster in Ridgeville, Indiana. The role involves leading the design and execution of blasting operations with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance. Candidates should have 4-5 years of relevant experience, a Blasting License, and the ability to work in physically demanding conditions. The job offers a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan with generous matching.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of blasting experience in the explosives industry.
• Current Blasting License required.
• ATF eligibility as Employee Possessor.
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to perform physically strenuous work.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physically strenuous work daily, including lifting 50+ pounds.
• Ability to obtain CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements to support site operations.
• Available to work long hours as needed to meet customer objectives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and compliance during daily responsibilities.
• Develop blast plans to meet customer requirements.
• Load explosives in blast holes.
• Review drill logs and verify drill patterns.
• Detonate blasts as blaster-in-charge.
• Complete necessary paperwork and reports.
• Verify completion of pre-blast inspections to ensure a safe blast area and successful detonation.
• Detonate blast, if blaster-in-charge.
• Complete all required paperwork, including field blast reports and magazine inventory reports.
• Communicate with site managers and customers regularly to develop strong partnerships.
• Additional duties as needed to provide optimal blasting services and efficient site operations.

Skills

Blasting experience

Leadership

Effective communication

Microsoft Outlook proficiency

Physical stamina

CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements

Job description

Position Overview

As our Blaster, you will directly lead or assist in the design, layout, preparation and detonation of blasts at customer locations to meet the established customer requirements while ensuring safety and compliance on the job.

Responsibilities of the Position

• While carrying out daily responsibilities safety and compliance must be the first priority.
• Ability to develop the blast plan for the job site to maximize blast performance to meet customer requirements.
• Conduct or participate in blast crew meetings to coordinate responsibilities and address safety protocols.
• Work with blast crew to verify performance, providing feedback as needed.
• Review drill logs to verify drill pattern.
• Load explosives in blast holes by hand, direct drivers to load holes from bulk trucks.
• Verify completion of pre-blast inspections to ensure a safe blast area and successful detonation.
• Detonate blast, if blaster-in-charge.
• Complete all required paperwork, including field blast reports and magazine inventory reports.
• Communicate with site managers and customers regularly to develop strong partnerships.
• Additional duties as needed to provide optimal blasting services and efficient site operations.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years blasting experience in the explosives industry.
• Must possess a current Blasting License.
• Must be able to meet ATF eligibility requirements as Employee Possessor.
• Ability to lead effectively and communicate professionally.
• Efficient with Microsoft Outlook, blasting software and equipment.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physically strenuous work on a daily basis, including lifting 50+ pounds of product and material, pulling hoses, stooping, bending, climbing, shoveling.
• Ability to obtain CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements to support site operations.
• Available to work long hours as needed to meet customer objectives.

Pay and Benefits

We offer a competitive starting pay rate based on experience. We also offer a generous benefits package including paid‑time off, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, flex spending, life and accidental death, short and long‑term disability, legal services and identity theft protection, critical illness, employee assistance, accident insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a generous match.

About the Company

Quick Supply Co. has serviced mining, quarrying, and construction customers with integrity and expertise for over eight decades. Our goal is to partner with our customers to ensure optimal blasting outcomes while placing safety at the forefront of our day‑to‑day operations. Quick Supply Co. is a nationally recognized family‑owned and locally operated company.

Active‑Duty Military/Veterans Encouraged to Apply!

Employment Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Applicants must also be able to pass a background check, have a clean Motor Vehicle Report, and pass Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) pre‑employment screening requirements. Continued employment will be based on the results of these reports.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Wholesale Building Materials