Chemical Operations Technician (Mill Operator-PMA)

Summary

We are looking for a Chemical Operations Technician to join our team! Under the direction of the area manager, handles and processes explosive powders and propellants. The Chemical Operations Technician is responsible for safely and efficiently handling the energetic compositions used in PacSci EMC products. 

Key Responsibilities: 

The Chemical Operations Technician is responsible for safely and efficiently handling the energetic compositions used in PSEMC. Under the direction of the area manager, handles and processes explosive powders and propellants. Strict adherence to all Safety and Standard Operating Procedures   

• Strict adherence to all Safety and Standard Operation Procedures 
• Accurate logging of time worked to the appropriate Job Numbers 
• Maintenance of accurate material movement documentation, magazine and oven inventory logs 
• Accurate completion of Material traceability labels  
• Delivery of material to production and other operation lines
• Cleaning of facility, equipment, vehicles, tooling and containers with water and/or solvents 
• Handling and processing of explosive and solvent wastes 
• Completion of Standard work checklists, 5S activities and FOD control 
• Assist in the updating of process documentation  
• Participation in Daily Management meetings 
• Participation in Process Hazards Analysis 
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Propellant Manufacturing Area (PMA) Milling Operation responsibilities:

• Weighing out of raw materials (inert, 1.1 and 1.3 classified explosive materials) from original manufacturer’s containers into intermediate containers
• Participate in team efforts (as trained and directed) to; 
  • Assemble and break-down milling operations 
  • Perform Milling operations on industrial milling equipment
  • Dry milled materials
  • Load & unload dry milled powder 
  • Load operations with milled materials
  • Support all post PMA operations clean-up activities 
  • Completion of travelers and process paperwork buy-offs 
  • Support other operations (as needed) with these activities 
• Must be willing to wear a full-face respirator and able to pass a respirator fit-test (no beards)
• Must be able to receive forklift training certification
• Must be willing to cross-train into other propellant and explosive manufacturing activities and work as directed by management

Minimum Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred 
• Previous Ordnance/Energetics experience is a plus
• Willingness to handle bulk quantities of explosive materials
• Read and understand written instructions 
• Interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Complete documentation with a high level of accuracy
• Prioritize tasks and work on several formulations simultaneously
• Perform arithmetic calculations such as percentages, addition, subtraction, division and multiplication 

Working Conditions: 

• Indoor and outdoor work areas
• Dayshift 10hrs, 4 days a week
• Overtime availability
• Must be able to lift 30lbs and stand, stoop, and walk intermittently throughout the day while wearing Personal Protective Equipment

Benefits: 

• PTO  
• 401K 
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, optical) 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Parental leave (mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents) 

In addition to the benefits, you’d expect we also offer flexibility, stability, and prosperity: 

• A bonus payment for all associates, paid quarterly, based on performance and behavior metrics. 
• 70 years of trend setters & trail blazers with new products
• Promote from within culture
• Opportunity to move vertically or laterally
• An interdependent safety culture where safety comes first! We are the shield!

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