Explosives Blaster (Greencastle, PA)

Orica•Greencastle, PA

4d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for an Explosives Blaster within our Orica USA Commercial team. The Explosives Blaster is responsible for the daily loading and firing of blasts and providing support, mentoring, and developing the skills of the team to meet the needs of mining services in accordance with agreed goals for the business. This position requires building customer relationships and working at customers' sites for Orica to provide products or services and promote the organization through safe, professional, and efficient contact with the customer. Relocation assistance may be offered for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Minimum 1-3 years of blasting experience, including demonstrated blasting talent
Knowledge of both non-electric and electronic detonators, along with experience with both packaged and bulk explosives
Good knowledge and understanding of mining, quarry, and construction regulations
Basic computer skills preferred, including the ability/willingness to learn
High School diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Blaster license preferred with the ability to acquire locally
Experience in quarry blasting is a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and protection of the Orica employees, customers, the public, and security
Creating and maintaining a culture of employee empowerment, involvement, and continuous improvement
Setting and communicating targets and results to all team members
To deliver the total load service operational requirements to the volume, service type, and quality specified by the business and/or marketing to satisfy customer expectations
Ensuring compliance with quality specifications
Assisting in establishing and maintaining quality assurance procedures
Maximizing asset utilization and availability within agreed customer service levels
Contributing to project scopes with the customer and site managers
Attend daily planning meetings as required
This role does require the individual to be flexible around priorities, as these may change rapidly

Benefits

Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Company provided Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
Voluntary Identity Theft Protection
Voluntary Legal Plan
401(k) + Company Match
Company provided Maternity Leave
Company provided Bonding Leave
Accrued Paid Time Off
Paid Sick & Safe Time
Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays
Relocation assistance may be offered for qualified candidates