Control Room Operator - TNT Manufacturing

Be Part of Something New!

Join us as we bring a brand-new TNT manufacturing plant to life! This is a unique opportunity to be part of the commissioning and startup of a new facility, work with new technology and equipment, and help shape the plant's long-term success. Make an impact from day one and grow with the site for years to come.

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 a Control Room Technician, you'll help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Dyno Nobel's new TNT manufacturing facility in Graham, Kentucky. Using computerized process control systems, you'll monitor production, respond to operating conditions, and coordinate with field operators and maintenance teams to keep operations running safely and consistently. Other duties include:

• Operate the Distributed Control System (DCS), Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and associated control systems to monitor manufacturing operations and maintain stable production.

• Track temperatures, pressures, flow rates, tank levels, equipment status, and other process parameters to support safe operations and product quality.

• Recognize process deviations, investigate alarms, and take appropriate corrective action in accordance with approved operating procedures.

• Communicate with field operators to verify equipment status, coordinate operating adjustments, and maintain consistent process conditions.

• Assist with plant startups, shutdowns, equipment transitions, and other operational changes while following established procedures.

• Work with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering to identify equipment or process issues, minimize downtime, and improve reliability.

• Verify equipment and process conditions before maintenance begins and follow applicable Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and permit-to-work requirements.

• Complete electronic logs, shift reports, production records, and process documentation to support communication, traceability, and compliance.

• Track utility system conditions and coordinate responses to interruptions that could affect safe or reliable production.

• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions to improve safety, quality, and operating performance.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Zero Harm, follow applicable HSE standards and regulations, and contribute to a culture of safe, responsible operations.

• Communicate operating conditions, production priorities, and equipment concerns with Shift Leaders and other plant personnel while demonstrating Dyno Nobel's corporate values.

What We're Looking For:

• Trade School or applicable Military Training preferred

• 3+ years of experience in process operations within chemical manufacturing, refining, petrochemical, or a similar industrial processing environment.

• Experience monitoring and operating industrial equipment through a DCS, PLC/HMI, or computerized process control system.

• Familiarity with process variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, tank levels, and equipment status.

• Ability to recognize process deviations, respond to alarms, troubleshoot operating issues, and follow established procedures.

• Experience with DCS platforms such as Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, Yokogawa, ABB, or similar systems is preferred.

• Strong commitment to safe work practices, operating procedures, and teamwork in a high-hazard industrial environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively with field operators, maintenance personnel, and operations leadership.

• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosive

• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

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
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

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.

*Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*