Explosives QA/QC Chemist: Process & Compliance

Critical Materials Group; Ballinger (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Critical Materials Group in Ballinger, TX is seeking a Production Chemist for explosives manufacturing to perform in-process and finished-product analyses, generate COAs, and support process development. You will troubleshoot issues, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise on equipment layout and process design to maintain safety and product quality.

The role requires rigorous lab work with energetic materials, strict adherence to procedures, and collaboration with production and engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related physical science.
• 3–5 years analytical/QC laboratory experience in explosives or regulated chemical manufacturing.
• Proficiency with standard analytical techniques listed above.
• Knowledge of quality systems and CAPA methodology.
• Familiarity with explosives regulatory frameworks (ATF, DOT, OSHA PSM, EPA, NFPA).
• Commitment to safety and precise procedural adherence.

Responsibilities

• Collect in-process and finished-product samples and prepare them for analysis.
• Perform quantitative/qualitative analyses to confirm composition and conformance to specifications.
• Generate COAs and maintain batch/test records.
• Operate and calibrate laboratory instruments with traceability.
• Assist with RDX, HMX, and LAP process development and facility design input.
• Investigate out-of-spec results and advise CAPA actions.
• Support method development, validation, and transfer for new products.
• Provide input on new equipment layout and process design for safety and compliance.

Skills

HPLC/GC

Ion chromatography

FTIR/UV-Vis

Titrimetry

Karl Fischer moisture

DSC/TGA

Density

Particle-size measurement

Analytical troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related physical science

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

ISO/IEC 17025 familiarity

Job description

Critical Materials Group in Ballinger, TX is seeking a Production Chemist for explosives manufacturing to perform in-process and finished-product analyses, generate COAs, and support process development. You will troubleshoot issues, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise on equipment layout and process design to maintain safety and product quality.

The role requires rigorous lab work with energetic materials, strict adherence to procedures, and collaboration with production and engineering