Control Room Technician

RPMGlobal; Graham (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Employer HSA contributions

Matching 401K

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking a Control Room Technician to join a brand-new TNT manufacturing plant in Kentucky. You will oversee safe, reliable operation of the TNT production process via DCS/HMI, responding to alarms and deviations, coordinating with operators and maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

You will monitor process parameters, analyze trends, and implement operational adjustments to maintain product quality and production targets.

Qualifications

• Trade School or applicable Military Training preferred
• 3+ years' experience in a chemical processing capacity
• Ability to listen, understand and process technical data
• Knowledge of PLC Controlled Systems DCS
• Knowledge of Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa, ABB, or similar DCS platforms
• Ability to interpret process graphics, trends, instrumentation, and operating procedures
• Ability to work effectively in a high-hazard manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosive
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the TNT manufacturing process using DCS and HMI systems.
• Monitor process parameters; respond to alarms; coordinate with Field Operators and Maintenance.
• Ensure safety, environmental, quality, and production requirements are met; follow operating procedures.
• Coordinate plant startups, shutdowns, and equipment transitions.
• Maintain accurate logs, shift reports, production records, and process documentation.
• Support LOTO, confined space, hot work, and other safe work permitting processes.
• Monitor utility systems and coordinate responses to interruptions.
• Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.

Job description

Be Part of Something New!

Join us as we bring a brand-new TNT manufacturing plant to life! This is a unique opportunity to be part of the commissioning and startup of a new facility, work with new technology and equipment, and help shape the plant’s long‑term success. Make an impact from day one and grow with the site for years to come.

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:

As a Control Room Technician, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the TNT manufacturing process using the Distributed Control System (DCS) and associated plant control systems. You will monitor and control the production processes, respond to process alarms and deviations, coordinate with Field Operators and Maintenance personnel, and ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, quality, and production requirements. Other duties include:

• Demonstrate and be committed to the pursuit of achiev ingZe rO H a r mthroug hbeha vioralbasedsafetyleat et er

• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives, and regulations

• Live and foster the Dyno Nobel Corporate Values

• Safely operate and monitor the TNT manufacturing process utilizing the Distributed Control System (DCS), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and other computerized process control systems.

• Monitor process parameters including temperatures, pressures, flows, tank levels, chemical concentrations, and equipment status to ensure safe and efficient operations.

• Analyze process trends and make operational adjustments to maintain product quality, process stability, and production targets.

• Respond promptly to alarms, abnormal operating conditions, and process upsets while initiating corrective actions in accordance with established operating procedures.

• Coordinate daily operating activities with Field Operators to ensure proper equipment operation and process control.

• Communicate operating conditions, equipment issues, and production priorities with Shift Leaders, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Environmental personnel.

• Direct and coordinate plant startups, shutdowns, and equipment transitions in accordance with approved operating procedures.

• Maintain accurate electronic logs, shift reports, production records, operating data, and process documentation.

• Verify equipment status and process readiness prior to issuing equipment for maintenance activities.

• Support Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other safe work permitting processes.

• Monitor plant utility systems and coordinate operational responses to utility interruptions.

• Assist with troubleshooting process equipment and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation

What We’re Looking For:

• Trade School or applicable Military Training preferred

• 3+ years' experience in a chemical processing capacity

• Ability to listen, understand and process technical data

• Knowledge of PLC Controlled Systems DCS.

• Knowledge of Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa, ABB, or similar DCS platforms

• Ability to interpret process graphics, trends, instrumentation, and operating procedures Ability to work effectively in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.

• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosive

• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

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

• A generous tuition reimbursement program

• Generous paid parental leave

• Friendly and supportive coworkers

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Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

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Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.