Second-Shift Chemical Technician - Explosives Manufacturing

Ralliant; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralliant in Hollister, CA is seeking an entry-level Chemical Technician I to support explosives manufacturing. You will learn powder blending, propellant processes, and linear formed explosives operations with full training and progression based on competency.

This second-shift role runs 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM, Monday–Thursday. A high school diploma, one year of experience with hazardous materials, basic math and mechanical skills, and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with explosives or other hazardous materials preferred.
• Basic math and mechanical skills.
• US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, standard operating processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately record time worked, material movement, traceability labels, and inventory logs.
• Deliver materials to production lines, X-ray, and chemistry laboratory.
• Clean equipment, tooling, containers, facilities, and vehicles using solvents and water.
• Safely handle and process explosive and solvent waste.
• Participate in daily management meetings, 5S activities, FOD control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in updating process documentation and hazard analyses.

Skills

Safety procedures

Basic math

Mechanical skills

US Citizenship

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ralliant in Hollister, CA is seeking an entry-level Chemical Technician I to support explosives manufacturing. You will learn powder blending, propellant processes, and linear formed explosives operations with full training and progression based on competency.

This second-shift role runs 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM, Monday–Thursday. A high school diploma, one year of experience with hazardous materials, basic math and mechanical skills, and US citizenship are required.