Plant Operator ( Salcha, AK

Plant Operator (Salcha, AK)

Location: Salcha, AK, US, 99714

Company: Orica

We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for a Plant Operator within our Orica USA Commercial team.

The Plant Operator is responsible for safely operating the emulsion plant and supporting daily manufacturing activities. This role ensures products meet customer requirements by closely monitoring production processes, product quality, and raw material standards. The position also involves equipment operation, basic troubleshooting, and maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations.

• Monday through Friday
• Early morning starts at 7:00 AM
• Work approximately 10–12 hour shifts

• Ensure Distribution Safety schedules are met and provide feedback to Distribution Operators
• Manage equipment and machinery breakdowns to reduce downtime
• Communicate post‑goods issue progress and updates
• Coordinate with the site Distribution to ensure documentation is completed in time to meet scheduling requirements
• Maintain explosives inventory levels according to the Explosives Regulations
• Accurately track, manage, and document magazine inventory
• Support cost‑effective and timely product delivery
• Build efficient working relationships with distribution contractors
• Deliver agreed‑upon service levels to internal and external customers
• Maintain magazine and inventory compliance with relevant regulatory requirements
• Will cross‑train with other equipment and distribution duties
• Other job duties as required

• Operating equipment or front‑end loader experience is a plus
• Tractor‑trailer driving experience is a plus
• Basic mechanical aptitude or experience using hand tools preferred
• Prior plant operations experience is beneficial but not required – we provide full on‑the‑job training

• The work environment involves being outside in all types of weather
• Lifting up to 60 pounds / carrying 50 pounds or more of product or other materials
• Ability to push, pull, bend, and squat while operating equipment or handling materials
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Up to 2 years’ experience in plant operations is a plus

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths, and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines, and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

• Hourly pay range: $21.31 – $29.00
• (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

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

Paid Sick & Safe Time

Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug‑free workplace.