Production Operator

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. The Production Operator will be located onsite in Minden, LA and reports through to the Plant Manager. This position supports safe and efficient manufacturing of energetic materials by executing manual production activities, operating equipment, handling materials, and packaging finished goods. This role requires strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards while working in a team-oriented, industrial environment. In this role, the essential functions are: Execute production activities including operating equipment, staging materials, weighing, and packaging finished product in accordance with standard procedures Follow all safety requirements, including PPE, explosive handling protocols, and site-specific procedures to maintain a safe work environment Accurately record and/or communicate production data, batch information, and material usage to ensure traceability and compliance Transport materials and finished goods using forklifts and other approved equipment as needed Maintain housekeeping, inspect work areas and equipment, and report issues to support safe, reliable operations If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect. If you don’t see the right role right now, Join Our Talent Community and stay connected as we continue to build what’s next. High school diploma or GED with ability to read, write, and perform basic math Ability to obtain and maintain required federal and state explosives licenses, including background checks and drug screening Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to outdoor conditions and physical demands Ability to follow detailed procedures and work safely in a regulated, high-hazard environment Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, and manual handling Preferred Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or powder handling environments Prior experience operating forklifts or material handling equipment Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements: Travel - none Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a manufacturing and warehouse environment for extended periods with exposure to varying temperatures Ability to wear required PPE and comply with site-specific safety and regulatory requirements Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses, including minimum age requirements (21 and over), a drug-free workplace in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101–8106), Executive Order 12564 (Drug-Free Federal Workplace), applicable Department of Defense directives including DoD Instruction 1010.09 and DFARS 252.226-7003 and successful completion o…