Human Resources Business Partner

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 a Human Resources Business Partner, you will be responsible for supporting the Graham, Kentucky team with the preparation for the TNT plant, ensuring workforce readiness, community engagement, talent pipeline development, and smooth internal transitions. This role will help shape the culture of the TNT plant from the ground up. Other duties include:

• Proactive Workforce Pipeline for the TNT Plant

• Build Talent Awareness in the Community: Conduct sustained outreach to position Dyno Nobel as an employer of choice in Graham, KY.

• Partner with Local Institutions: Establish partnerships with trade schools, technical colleges, community organizations, and workforce boards.

• Ensure Skill-Ready New Hires: Collaborate with education partners to shape pre-hire training aligned with TNT plant requirements.

• Partner with operation leaders on developing training content for new roles

• Create a structured internal transfer approach including caps to ensure minimal upset to existing operations

• Maintain organizational charts, ensure HR alignment with project milestones

• Reinforcing Dyno Nobel's safety, reliability, and performance principles

• Ensure consistent communication, reduce misinformation, and ensure clarity on hiring, transfers, and staffing plans.

• Routine HR needs such as employee relations, scheduling, engagement and HR documentation

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor degree in HR, Business Management or related field
• Masters Degree or HR Certification desired
• 5+ years Human Resource Generalist or Human Resources Business Partner related work
• Explosives or Manufacturing Industry experience helpful but not required
• Extensive knowledge of Labor and Employment regulations
• Ability to travel up to 50% depending on projects
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks paid vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Matching 401K
• 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 is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

*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.*