The posting
Job Description
We are looking for a Chemical Operations Technician to join our team!
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the area manager, the Chemical Operations Production Control Clerk (ChemOps PC) tracks and the movement of raw material constituents, explosive powders and propellants. The ChemOps PC is also responsible for safely and efficiently dispatching the Powder Blending team for the distribution of energetic compositions used throughout our PacSci EMC facility. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Strict adherence to all Safety and Standard Operation Procedures
- Maintenance of accurate material movement documentation in the ERP system, magazine and oven inventory logs, and other hard copy and visual tracking systems
- Accurate completion of Material traceability labels (as needed)
- Safety Buddy support of energetic materials delivery across the facility (as needed)
- Cleaning of facility, equipment, vehicles, tooling and containers with water and/or solvents
- 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 Improvement Initiatives
- Participation in Process Hazards Analysis
- Support departmental conductivity & ESD control throughout Chemical Operations facilities
- Participation in applicable team meetings both in-person & via. M.S. Teams
- Obtain on-site drivers’ certification to support team activities (as needed)
Chem Ops Production Control Clerk (I)
- Create and maintain records on daily energetic powder deliveries on waterfall.
- Review inventory / stock records, material requirements and future production schedules to determine if on-hand materials are sufficient to complete production on schedule.
- Gather information and prepare and track Chemical Operations Quality Lot Reviews (QALRs).
- Ensure availability of these resources when needed; collaborate with the production planner to identify shortages.
- Monitor/control work-in-process, lead-time, and Jobs / Work Orders in collaboration with area Supervisor; monitor start and completion dates for each work order, communicating with the production planner on work orders with late production start dates to determine updated schedule to meet customer demands.
- Close completed work orders and perform inventory adjustments at the end of job completion; control inventory accuracy in the MRP system (Visual).
- Conduct regular inventory audits in storage facilities, work-in-process, closed jobs etc.
- Willingness to handle/work around bulk quantities of explosive materials (for inventory purposes, as needed)
- Interact effectively with all levels of the organization
- Complete documentation with a high level of accuracy
- Prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
- Perform arithmetic calculations such as percentages, addition, subtraction, division and multiplication
- Support the Chemical Operations team by performing other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Computer Skills including Microsoft Suite/Outlook
- Previous Ordnance/Energetics experience is a plus
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
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!



