Explosive Operator

About Day & Zimmermann

At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and do what we say. We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond.

With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!

We’re looking for a full‑time Explosives Operator to join our Day & Zimmermann team located in Parsons, Kansas. Pay: $22.90 per hour.

Work schedule:

Monday – Thursday.

• Operates a computer intecont, a loss‑in‑weight feeder and thermocouple thermometer for melts using kettles (5 gal., 50 gal., and 250 gal.).
• Activates and monitors systems associated with the Explosive Melt System for all types of explosives, ensuring there are explosives ready for each pour at the start and end of each day.
• Complies with operation‑approved standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates pre‑ and post‑system checks and cleans up as required on all floors.

• Safety awareness and commitment at all times.
• Decision making skills.
• Mathematical skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Computer literacy.

• High School and/or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in operating and monitoring production equipment.
• Forklift license preferred.

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks; parental leave; family leave; other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet employees’ individual needs, including pet insurance.

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery).
• Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.).
• Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist).
• Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction).
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds.
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body.
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion).
• Manual dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other work that uses fingers).
• Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure).
• Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.).
• Climbing (e.g., ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb).
• Hearing.
• Talking.
• Capacity to think, concentrate, and focus for long periods of time.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet‑proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at the company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.).

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner:
Andrew Johnson

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status.

Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reaso, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.