Lab Chemist

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 Laboratory Chemist, you will participate and assist with day-to-day laboratory operations by performing all routine quality control tests, non-routine analyses, and by providing technical knowledge to assist plant operations all while maintaining a safe working environment and attitude. Other duties include:

• Demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety
• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives and regulations
• Live and foster the IPL Corporate Values
• Provide laboratory support to plant operations.
• Perform all analyses required by the Carthage, Missouri Plant.
• Perform all routine quality control tests on all produced materials to include mixed acid, dynamite, emulsion, cast boosters, PETN, nitroglycerin, etc.
• Provide ISO 9001:2008 support for all plant operations
• Maintain Hazmat endorsed CDL license
• Understand shipping requirements for hazardous materials.
• Maintain accurate ATF records for explosive materials, from receipt to interim magazine storage to disposition using the Daily Summary of Magazine Transaction (DSMT) forms.
• Report abnormal test results to the appropriate management personnel (e.g., Process Managers or Environmental Manager).
• Aid when needed to the plant within technical expertise.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree in chemistry or related field required.

• Experience working in a team-orientated, collaborative environment.

• 2+ years laboratory experience desired.

• Knowledge of explosives transportation methodologies.

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment including High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatograph (GC), Infra-Red Spectrophotometer (IR), Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (AA), and UV-Vis spectrophotometer.

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

• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a 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
• Up to a 4% 401k match
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• General 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.*