Production Formulator

Nutrien Ag Solutions - Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Purchased leave scheme benefits

Nutrien Day

Community partnerships support

Job summary

Nutrien Laverton North is seeking a dedicated formulation specialist to support production of plant nutrition, crop chemicals and animal health products. This on-site role requires a forklift licence, a hands-on approach to formulation, and strict adherence to safety and SOPs.

You will work in a day shift with a rotating roster including late afternoons and nights, ensuring equipment readiness, carrying out formulations, and maintaining safety and quality across the site.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of formulation experience in an ag-chem or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Valid forklift licence with ability to lift up to 25 kg.
• Ability to work with ambiguity while maintaining safety standards.
• Understanding of handling dangerous goods, including flammables and poisons.
• Strong drive to meet KPIs and production targets.
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations across Laverton North facility producing plant nutrition, crop chemical and animal health products.
• Prepare plant and equipment for formulation following SOPs and using sound judgement when SOPs are not established.
• Carry out formulations as per Job Sheet specifications.
• Adhere to all general safety directions and SOPs.
• Ensure plant/equipment used in formulation process are safe and in working order.
• Perform regular maintenance on equipment when necessary.
• Identify and address performance issues, conduct investigations, and manage risks.

Skills

Formulation experience

Forklift licence

Safety awareness

KPI driven

Team collaboration

Handling dangerous goods

Job description

Why Nutrien?

If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien, where your purpose every day is real and impactful — Going Further for Australian farmers.

We’re a local employer with a local heartbeat, backed by global resources. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

What You’ll Do:

Based at our brand new Laverton North manufacturing site, you’ll support production across plant nutrition, crop chemical and animal health products. This role is suited to someone comfortable working day shift, with a rotational roster that includes late afternoon/night shifts. In this role, you will:

• Support manufacturing operations across our new Laverton North facility producing plant nutrition, crop chemical and animal health products, and be comfortable working day shift with a rotational roster that includes late afternoon/night shifts.
• Prepare plant and equipment for formulation by following available Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) where in place and using sound judgement and initiative in situations where SOPs are not yet established.
• Carry out formulations as per the Job Sheet specifications.
• Adhere to all general safety directions for the workplace and those outlined in the Job Sheets.
• Ensure all plant and equipment used in the formulation process are in safe, working order.
• Perform regular and routine maintenance on equipment when necessary.
• Identify and address performance issues, conducting investigations, and managing risks.

What You’ll Bring:

• 2+ years of experience in formulation within an ag‑chem or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Valid forklift licence ability to lift up to 25 kg as part of daily duties.
• Ability to work with ambiguity while still ensuring best‑practice safety standards.
• Understanding of handling dangerous goods, including flammables and poisons.
• Strong drive and motivation to meet KPIs and production targets.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Solid knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and commitment to safe work practices.

What You’ll Get:

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Purchased leave scheme benefits.
• An additional day of leave – Nutrien Day.
• Opportunities to support community partnerships across our network.
• Be a member of a company committed to feeding the future.
• Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions.

Are you a good match?

At Nutrien, we’re committed to Feeding the Future. As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset! Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.

To find out more about Nutrien, go to our Careers Website or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks. Please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Nutrien is not liable for any received.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us on [e-mail].