Explosives Safety and Compliance Manager
Graham, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Job overview
The Explosives Safety and Compliance Manager plans and coordinates explosives safety, security compliance, and government interface activities for explosive materials manufacturing. The role provides technical leadership on safety standards and regulatory compliance, maintains site safety and security plans, supports inspections and capital projects, and coordinates with government stakeholders. The position supports a new TNT manufacturing plant and its commissioning and startup.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Experience Required
5 - 20 years
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Job Brief
Plan, lead, and coordinate Department of War (DoW) explosives safety and security compliance, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) compliance, and government interface activities supporting explosive materials manufacturing.
Be Part of Something New!
Join us as we bring a brand-new TNT manufacturing plant to life! This is a unique opportunity to be part of the commissioning and startup of a new facility, work with new technology and equipment, and help shape the plant's long-term success. Make an impact from day one and grow with the site for years to come.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives-helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You'll Do:
As an Explosives Safety and Compliance Manager, you will plan, lead, and coordinate Department of War (DoW) explosives safety and security compliance, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) compliance, and government interface activities supporting current and future explosive materials manufacturing for Dyno Nobel. You will be responsible for providing technical leadership for the safety standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices involving the manufacture, storage, distribution, and transportation of explosives and hazardous materials within the United States. Other duties include:
Lead and continuously improve the site's Explosives Safety Management Program (ESMP).
Serve as the site's technical authority for explosives safety and regulatory compliance.
Ensure compliance with DoDM 4145.26, DoDM 5100.76, applicable federal explosives regulations, and applicable Dyno Nobel standards and procedures.
Conduct explosives safety and compliance assessments of manufacturing facilities (production, packaging, and storage).
Maintain the Explosives Safety Site Plan (ESSP), including QD analyses, PES/ES determinations, and site planning documentation.
Maintain Site Security Plan, conduct annual threat/vulnerability assessments, conduct security audits of access control, key control, magazine security, and physical security.
Develop and maintain a detailed DoW compliance program for each product line to be followed by plant operators, managers, distribution group, and customer service representatives.
Coordinate with the Legal and Information Technology business units to develop program for managing controlled unclassified information (CUI) to include identifying, marking, safeguarding, and controlling the dissemination CUI.
Complete Pre-Award Safety Survey (PASS) documents for each government contract.
Coordinate with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Contracting Officers, and other government stakeholders as needed.
Support the Director, Regulatory Compliance, DNA with providing regulatory interpretation, technical support and advice to the business unit management on regulatory requirements and inspections.
Support the plant manager with managing explosives licenses/permits issued by the State and local authorities.
Lead or participate in safety functions to include, but not limited to, Process Hazard Analyses, Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews, and Management of Change evaluations.
Investigate and report mishaps in accordance with DoD Manual 4145.26 and company policy.
Investigate and report theft/loss incidents of explosives in accordance with ATF and/or DoW requirements.
Support facility expansions, capital projects, NEW/NEWQD determinations, audits, and inspections.
Provide training for employees, line management, and HSE professionals regarding the site's ESMP and security plan.
Provide technical assistance to other facilities that may become subject to DoDM 4145.26.
Participate in global HSE initiatives and foster relationships throughout the organization.
Acquire and maintain required training in the Learning Management System.
May be required to undertake additional responsibilities or tasks as needed to ensure operational effectiveness.
We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree or higher in related discipline
5+ years of experience in DoW or DoW contractor explosives safety, ammunition safety, or energetic materials management.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of DoDM 4145.26 and/or DESR 6055.09 - Experience with DoDM5100.76 a plus
Demonstrated experience with conducting explosives safety and compliance assessments
Experience working with government customers, contractors, and regulators
Experience with Quantity-Distance (QD) principles and explosives site planning a plus.
Experience with Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) a plus
Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives
Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.
What We Offer:
3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
Matching 401K
A generous tuition reimbursement program
Generous paid parental leave
Friendly and supportive coworkers
Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
14261
How this job compares
Set against the 769 open Compliance Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 14 open Compliance Manager jobs in Kentucky and 769 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Compliance Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (703 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 431 of the 769 open Compliance Manager jobs (56%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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