Manufacturing Operator

Dyno Nobel; Wolf Lake (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health benefits with HSA

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Supportive coworkers

Job summary

Dyno Nobel Inc. is seeking a Booster production operator to efficiently set-up, fill, inspect, and package Cast Booster products for our Illinois facility. The role ensures safe, timely processing of PETN following site safety rules and quality standards.

Two shifts available (2nd 2:30pm–11pm; 3rd 10:30pm–7am). Starting pay is $24.92 per hour with full health benefits, HSA contributions, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid leave.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.
• Must pass ATF background check to handle explosives.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to lift up to 58 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture a quality Booster product.
• Stock manufacturing areas and prepare product for shipping.
• Set up canisters on tooling and pour hot pentolite into canisters.
• Melt and transfer TNT/Triton into main pots and add PETN per formulations.
• Load empty canisters onto pallets and package finished product.
• Operate and unload centrifuge; drive a van/box truck as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work area; document and balance records.
• Support safety and waste-reduction initiatives in manufacturing.
• Improve machine uptime in partnership with Maintenance.
• Commit to Zero Harm and health, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Team player

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

HS 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.

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 $24.92 an hour

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

We have 2 shifts available.

• 2nd shift is 2:30p-11pm
• 3rd shift is 10:30p-7am

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

• 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 demeanour, 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