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At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With nearly 25,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

Supervisor, Production

This position reports directly to the General Supervisor, SPA/Fertilizer/Shipping.

This position is located in Aurora, North Carolina, U.S.A. and is not available for remote work.

What you will do:

The Supervisor is responsible for leading the safe execution of the duties of the Liquids department at Nutrien in Aurora with a focus on daily production needs. This individual plans, directs, coordinates and executes daily activities based on the published schedule or directive. The supervisor will monitor the progress of activities, deal with any identified obstacles that limit the productivity of the area, conduct site visits to ensure that all assigned work is performed in a safe manner and provide direct supervision of their assigned crew. The supervisor will work directly with the employees and ensure that the company’s business objectives and safety, health & environmental policies are met.

• Ability to operate all plant equipment to ensure optimum production
• Conducts crew meetings, assists safety team with inspections and getting problems solved
• Ensures that employee(s) has proper safety equipment and they use it properly
• Follow-up on safety problems to help reduce first aid cases and recordable cases
• Communicates with employees about company goals, policies, and procedures
• Monitors and evaluates all environmental controls and records to ensure there are no letters of non-compliance
• Constantly updating employees of changes in the SOPs on environmental issues-all environmental incidents receive action and follow-up
• Encourages and plans for each employee to attend all available trainings
• Oversees cross-training to achieve each employee’s development
• Evaluates each employee by way of an annual performance appraisal
• Oversees initial operator training for all new contractors, OIT’s, and employees within the department
• Oversees sulfur unloading facility to ensure operators are properly trained in sulfur railcar unloading and plans schedule accordingly to ensure production goals are met
• Assists with Down-Day and Turn-Around planning and execution within the Liquid Shipping Department
• Communicates Maintenance and I&E priorities with Lead Maintenance Specialist and assists with execution and planning of these activities
• Acquires quotes, writes requisitions, and pays invoices for contract personnel, operations supplies, and equipment as needed for the department
• Monitors sulfur unloading system closely to ensure proper and efficient operation
• Suggests improvements in process or methods and review proposed capital investments utilizing knowledge and experience to ensure improvements
• Makes procedure updates, develops energy isolation check sheets, and follows through with action item completions in the area
• Leads area continuous improvement initiatives
• Represents Nutrien through community participation and in local activities
• Incumbent is responsible for maximizing production of department at or below budgeted cost
• Annual goals are set from which performance will be determined
• Supports activities to ensure compliance with FDA / FSMA regulations and specific product certification programs or programs deemed necessary by Sales (NSF/ANSI Standard 60, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, FSC36, SF/SF, etc.) as it applies to food grade and feed grade phosphate products manufactured at the Aurora site
• Provides leadership, expertise, and direction for Liquid Shipping production execution activities
• Ensures work activities are conducted safely and in accordance with schedules and plans by competent personnel in accordance with the relevant laws, regulations, standards, and operating procedures
• Supervises group of operators and/or contractors in the operation of the Liquids department

What you will bring:

• 
  High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field with 6+ years' of relevant work experience is preferred
• Incumbent must meet all the requirements on the supervisory promotion checklist
• At least 5 years’ experience at this site, a minimum of competent rating on last performance appraisal and better-than-average attendance record
• Must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the operations of the Liquid Shipping department
• Knowledge and ability to inspect the entire plant for proper operation and for Safety and Environmental issues is required
• Incumbent should have a thorough knowledge of the Liquids Loading and Sulfur Unloading systems and their related equipment
• Detailed knowledge of the rail trackage and traffic flow
• Knowledge of the OSHA Process Safety Management Regulation CFR 1910.110
• Incumbent should be proficient in written and oral communication, in planning work, organizing people, delegating responsibilities, and the ability to motivate and train people
• Competent rating on performance reviews
• Met or exceeded plant five-year attendance averages

Benefits:

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disabilitycoverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to savefor the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with relocationassistance, paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and FamilyAssistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

Eastern North Carolina is continually ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States, known for its expansive beaches,nationally ranked universities, mild climate (all four seasons), safe neighborhoods, affordable living, extensive outdoor activities, and a relaxedlifestyle.

Aurora, North Carolina is within ease of commuting to surrounding urban areas. To the west is the Research Triangle Park which is surroundedby Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. As a result, the east coast of North Carolina offers residents a winning blend of down-home and uptown, ofsurf and sophistication that people love with extensive availability of outdoor activities (hunting/fishing/hiking/boating).

Are you a good match? Apply today!

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Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

** EOE race/color/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/veteran