Job Description

Title: Chief Operator - Initiating Explosives - Hourly
Location: East Alton, IL

Salary:  $32.51/hour
Schedule:  Straight 1st Shift 
 
Websites: Winchester.com and WhiteFlyer.com

Position Overview
The Chief Operator – Initiating Explosives is responsible for safely handling, mixing, and processing chemical materials in accordance with established production and safety procedures. This role supports efficient manufacturing operations by operating manual and computer‑controlled equipment, monitoring production processes, and ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Chief Operator - Initiating Explosives Essential Job Functions:

• Handle, measure, and mix dry and liquid additives in accordance with approved formulas and procedures.
• Operate manual, automated, and computer‑controlled processing equipment.
• Monitor production flow, equipment performance, and report any issues or irregularities.
• Transport materials using approved carts or material‑handling equipment.
• Maintain accurate production, batch, inventory, and safety documentation.
• Follow job safety procedures, safety operating procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and all PPE protocols.
• Support continuous improvement, housekeeping, and safe‑work practices.

Chief Operator - Initiating Explosives Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in chemical handling, mixing, or industrial manufacturing is required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Must be able to properly wear and use a full-face respirator and an acid-resistant suit.
• Strong communication, organizational, and mathematical skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply written job safety procedures and safety operating procedures
• Ability to climb steps, stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform repetitive tasks, work in outdoor conditions and extreme temperatures, and push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work weekends and forced overtime in accordance with contract provisions and operational needs.

Location-Specific Requirements: 

• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. 
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

What’s in it for you? 

While many of our employees have worked at Olin for their entire career, we constantly strive to bring new people with new points of view into the company.  Your career is important to us, and we work with you to create development plans that help you achieve your career goals. 

Our employees enjoy the following employment enhancements and more: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective on the 1st day of the month following 60 consecutive days of service  
• Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
• 401(k) with an employer match and retirement contribution account  
• Vacation Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Strong Careers Grow Here
Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship.  We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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