Estes Energetics, along with its subsidiary Goex Industries, is an American manufacturer of black powder, chemicals, and rocket motors. Our agile and experienced team is proud to make products that support the Department of Defense, strengthen domestic production, preserve history, serve hunting and shooting sports enthusiasts, and ignite a passion for rocketry in our youth. Whether we're performing research into energetic materials and products, or standing up American-made production, count on us to find a solution.
Summary
Estes Energetics is strengthening the defense industrial base by revitalizing the manufacturing of solid rocket motors. In support of this work, Estes Energetics is searching for an energetics technician at our Colorado production facility near Colorado Springs. The energetics technician will support rocket motor manufacturing processes, testing, and energetic assembly operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of operations experience in manufacturing, chemical production, laboratory operations or similar field.
Essential Functions
This job requires working with explosives. You will be required to dress in work-specific clothes issued to you by the company. Teamwork is especially important here in all aspects of the job as we strive for safety.
Work with the engineering and operations team to develop and test solid rocket motor and energetic manufacturing systems.
Perform manual and automated production tasks including accurate measurement of chemicals, operation of production machinery, material handling, processing of energetic material, and maintaining production records.
Work safely by accurately and strictly following established standard operating procedures and following safety rules.
Maintain a clean and orderly working environment.
Competencies, Experience, and Education
Required
Minimum of 2 years of operations experience in manufacturing, chemical production, laboratory operations, or related field.
Eagerness to learn new ideas and put them into practice.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong time management skills.
Work Environment
The work will be primarily in office and manufacturing environments.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
- Exposure to industrial machines, heat, cold, and explosives.
- Frequent movement through a manufacturing environment.
- Use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the work location.
Salary
$24.00 to $34.00 hourly Depending on Experience
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Typical workdays are on a 5-day week. Employees are expected to work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional overtime may be required during busy periods.
Benefits
Estes Energetics maintains a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health insurance through an ICHRA.
- Life and disability insurance – 100% paid by company.
- 401(k) retirement plan with 7% company match.
- Single, comprehensive paid time off (PTO) policy.
- 8 Paid Holidays
Work Authorization
Must be a US citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Program
Estes Energetics provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Additional information is available at:https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The pay range for this role is:
24 - 34 USD per hour(Penrose)
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