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Nutrien; Aurora (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien in Aurora, NC is hiring for a warehouse position reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor. The role focuses on safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a fast-paced facility serving growers across the region.

Starting pay is $27.48 per hour with overtime opportunities. The company offers a skills-based pay progression up to $38.00 per hour, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid time off. Applicants must meet NCRC requirements and possess a valid High School diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse or similar.
• The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) testing is required for all hourly applicants and must meet minimum scores.
• NCRC must be uploaded with your resume during application.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and environmental policies.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Work indoors/outdoors in all weather.
• Wear company-provided PPE and maintain clean-shaven appearance if required.
• Crosstrain and work in all areas of the facility as needed.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school education or GED

NCRC certification (required)

Tools

Class B CDL license

Job description

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

This position reports directly to the Warehouse Supervisor.

What You Will Do

• Perform all work in a safe and controlled manner, adhere to safety and environmental policies
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by following Nutrien, OSHA, MSHA, and MARSEC guidelines
• Use proper personal protection equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, face shield, flash suits, and personal environmental monitors
• Work as part of a team to complete assignment and minimize down-time
• Work as a productive team member and support continuous improvement
• Crosstrain and work in all areas of the facility, as needed
• Perform work from elevated structures, ladders, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and man-baskets
• Follow all safety rules and regulations as set forth by comp

What You'll Bring

• High school education, or GED equivalent is preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse or similar
• Class B CDL license is preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively
• The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) testing is required for all hourly applicants of Nutrien. Applicants must complete this test and meet a minimum of 4 in Graphic Literacy, 5 on Applied Mathematics and 5 on Workplace Documents in order to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien
• • The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) must be uploaded with your resume during your application to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors in all types of weather
• Ability to be clean shaven for safety reasons
• Ability to wear required, company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE)--i.e., uniforms, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, emergency breathing apparatus

Compensation & Benefits

Starting rate $27.48 per hour (plus available overtime).

Nutrien offers a skills-based pay compensation program. Hourly rates can progress based on On-Job-Training, formal learning, and observation of new skills. Hourly rates can progress from starting rate of $27.48 to $38.00 per hour over a specified time period.

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days, and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance 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 relaxed lifestyle.

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

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, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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.

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 submit a request through our Contact Us form or call 1-800-667-0403 in Canada and 1-800-667-3930 in the US to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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