Manufacturing Operator

Dyno Nobel; Missouri; On-site; USD 31,684 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health benefits

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking a Booster Manufacturing Operator in Wolf Lake, IL, to efficiently set-up, fill, inspect and package Cast Booster products while maintaining strict safety and quality standards. The role involves handling PETN and operating equipment across the production line, with a shift from 6:30pm to 7:00am.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and ATF background check readiness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives.
• Able to lift up to 58 lbs. and push/pull 83 lbs.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must wear and care for PPE as required by site requirements.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.

Responsibilities

• 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 formulations and monitor SOPs.
• Load empty plastic or corrugated canisters onto pallets.
• Clean and pack finished product into corrugated boxes for shipping; stamping canisters as required.
• Drive a van/box truck to transport product; prepare, operate and unload centrifuge.
• Complete proper documentation and balances while maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Promote industry best practices, eliminate waste, and support manufacturing initiatives.
• Focus on safety and quality and minimize impact to production.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to solve safety issues and improve machine uptime.
• Demonstrate commitment to Zero Harm through behavioral based safety.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, objectives and regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Brief

Efficiently set-up, fill, inspect and package all Cast Booster products. The operator will 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.

Starting pay is $26.75 an hour. Our plant is located in Wolf Lake, IL.

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

Shifts

• 6:30pm to 7:00am

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 the Booster Manufacturing Operator, you will efficiently set-up, fill, inspect and package all Cast Booster products. The operator will 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. Other duties will include:

• 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. Will be required to add PETN to main pots per specific formulations, and monitoring the process per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Will be loading empty plastic or corrugated canisters onto pallets.
• Will be cleaning and packing finished product into corrugated boxes for shipping. Stamping Canisters will be required.
• Must drive a van/box truck to transport product, prepare, operate and unload centrifuge.
• Must complete proper documentation and balances while maintain 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
• Actively participate in a partnership with Maintenance to problem solve safety issues and improve machine up time.
• 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 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

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.