Junior Operator

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyno Nobel Inc. in Wyoming seeks a Junior Operator to load product on railcars and trucks and assist with the Ammonia Nitrate, Ammonia Prill, and related utilities. The role requires following SOPs, reading gauges, and supporting plant operations to ensure safety and efficiency.

Starting pay is $32.39 per hour. The schedule features rotating 12-hour shifts (5:30 AM–5:30 PM and 5:30 PM–5:30 AM), with holidays and weekends included.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and comprehend technical data.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to work rotating 12 hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Load product onto trucks and bulk railcars; operate heavy industrial equipment.
• Inspect trucks and railcars, ensure proper loading and safety.
• Read gauges and records readings; assist with routine maintenance as needed.
• Support startup/shutdown activities and cooperate with other operators.

Skills

Technical data reading

Manufacturing experience

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Brief

As a Junior Operator, you will load product on railcars and trucks. You will assist with the operation of the Ammonia Nitrate, Ammonia Prill, and utilities.

Starting pay for this position is $32.39 an hour

Schedule: Will work rotating 12 hour shifts - 5:30 AM - 5:30 PM and 5:30 PM - 5:30 AM - includes holidays and weekends. Days off will vary.

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 Junior Operator, you will load products on railcars and trucks. You will assist with the operation of the Ammonia Nitrate, Ammonia Prill, and utilities. Other duties will include:

• Load product onto trucks and bulk railcars; operate heavy industrial equipment; interact as needed with truck drivers. Inspect trucks for condition prior to loading. Move railcars in preparation for cleaning and loading.
• Responsible for the inspection and care of railcars loading equipment.
• Sweep and/or shovel spilled product as needed; take steps to minimize product spillage.
• Operate loading pumps, loading systems, transfer equipment, troubleshooting equipment, forklift, and various valves, pumps, instruments, and testing equipment. Read various gauges measuring temperatures, pressures, or flows, records readings, and may make adjustments and/or minor repairs.
• Sample loaded trucks and railcars and bring samples to the lab for quality control.
• Read technical information and take appropriate action, based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID’s), Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s), Emergency Response Manuals, Safe Work Practices (SWPs), and other relevant technical manuals.
• Check and maintains lubrication of heavy industrial rotating equipment.
• Report deficiencies, incidents, and requests repairs/improvements to the Lead Operator.
• Make entries to Operator Logbooks and communicate operating conditions to his/her relief.
• Cooperate with and assist other plant operators as required during startups, shutdowns, and emergencies.
• Participate in shift turnover with incoming crew members on process equipment status, fills out logbook, and receives instructions.
• 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

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical data.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to work rotating 12 hour shifts (5:30 am to 5:30 pm and 5:30 pm to 5:30 am)
• Must maintain a clean-shaven face to comply with respiratory protection requirements and ensure a proper fit.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, crawl, walk, carry and lift weights up to 100lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders and work at heights over 150 feet
• Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to successfully obtain a TWIC card.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

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