Operator 1

Agrium Canada Partnership; Standard; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien is hiring at the Standard Production Facility for a terminal operator role focusing on safe, efficient handling of UAN and POLY products. You will manage shipments, loadouts, data entry, inventory, and SAP-based site administration while ensuring internal and external customer service at the site.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel for training. A 90-day probationary period applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must live within a 65-kilometer radius from the site.
• Strong safety mindset and hazard awareness.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Willingness to learn and improve continuously.
• Experience operating equipment (skid steer, aerial lift, lawn mower) preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and efficient operations of UAN and POLY at the terminal.
• Handle shipments, record data, and make operational corrections as required.
• Operate and monitor equipment and control systems.
• Perform regular terminal site maintenance.
• Oversee offloading of dry and liquid products for UAN and Poly production.
• Load liquid fertilizer into trailers using the loadout system.
• Record data readings and manage inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ensure contractors follow safety protocols and complete safety permits.
• Adhere to regulations and standards; site administration and SAP tasks.

Skills

Safety mindset

Written communication

Verbal communication

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID33541-Posted08/17/2026-Standard Production Facility

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose,Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. 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.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do:

• Maintain safe and efficient operations of the UAN 28-0-0(Urea Ammonium Nitrate) and POLY 10-34-0 (ammonium phosphate liquid) at the terminal site
• Handle shipments for both incoming and outgoing product fertilizers, record data, and make operational corrections as required
• Operate and monitor equipment
• Operate computerized and non-computerized control systems
• Perform regular terminal site maintenance
• Oversee the Offloading of Dry and Liquid Products for UAN and Poly production,
• Load Liquid Fertilizer into Trailers using the loadout system
• Record and enter data readings
• Manage inventory on inbound and outbound products
• Site Administration duties and SAP
• Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers
• Ensure Contractors coming on-site are following Nutrien safety protocols
• Complete safety permits and any additional safety processes as required
• Adhere to local, provincial, and federal governmental regulations and standards
• Perform landscaping duties such as mowing, cutting weeds, pruning, etc

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must live within a 65-kilometer radius from the site
• Strong safety mindset; willingness to proactively identify potential hazards, adhere to safety protocols, and foster a culture of psychological safety
• Ability to approach challenges with a positive and constructive attitude, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and contribute to a productive team environment
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Possess intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and SAP
• Works with minimal supervision and is self-motivated
• Willingness to learn with continuous improvement mindset
• Interest or experience in operating equipment including skid steer, ariel lift, and lawn mower
• Available for overtime and to be “on-call” to support Terminal during non-typical working hours as required
• Must be willing to travel occasionally for training courses and/or to assist at other terminals
• Instrumentation/electrical experience an asset
• Mechanical experience with Pumps, augers, and conveyors with the ability to maintain and diagnose potential issues considered an asset
• Knowledge of fertilizer production and handling considered an asset
• Process Safety Management (PSM), experience an asset
• This position includes a 90-day probationary period, during which the employee's suitability for the role will be assessed

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure.

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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