Melt Pour Operator

Description

• [Company] , a wholly owned subsidiary of[Company] , is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America and Australia, as well as selected customers in the Asia Pacific region. Due to continued results and world-leading innovation, customers in the mining, quarry, construction, pipeline and geophysical exploration industries choose[Company] .

Position Summary:

• Local role reporting to the Booster Shift Supervisor.  Responsible for setting up canisters and pouring hot pentolite, and for the melt-down process of transferring melted TNT/Triton from the pre-melter to main pots.

Essential Functions:

• Add PETN to main pots per specific formulation, and monitor the process per Dyno Nobel operating specifications.
• Set up canisters and pour hot pentolite.
• Transfer melted explosive material from pre-melter to main pots.
• Load empty plastic or corrugated canisters onto pallets.
• Clean and pack finished product into boxes and canisters.
• Transport product safely under proper documentation.
• Other duties may be assigned within the capabilities of the successful candidate, as determined by management.

Requirements:

• Education:  High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Manufacturing experience preferred.  On-the-job training is provided.
• Technical: Successful candidate must qualify for Possessor of Explosives Certification from ATF.
• Must be at least 21 years old.