Operator, Process Equipment

Nutrien; Fort Wayne, Weeping Water (IN, NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative leader in agriculture dedicated to Feeding the Future. In this dynamic role, you will operate and maintain plant machinery, ensuring efficient production and adherence to quality standards. Your expertise will help drive sustainability and safety in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to inclusion and integrity, this opportunity allows you to grow your career while making a positive impact in the agricultural sector. If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking company, we invite you to apply today!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Process Equipment Operator preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and Environmental regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant machinery to maximize production efficiency.
• Perform preventative maintenance and quality checks on equipment.
• Monitor product flow and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Process Equipment Operation

Preventative Maintenance

Quality Control

OSHA Regulations Knowledge

Environmental Regulations Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Pay Band:WAGE

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: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.

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 will do:

• Responsible for the operation of all plant machinery. Must start, operate, and shut down equipment in a manner to maximize production without unnecessary wear or harm to equipment.


• Responsible for the performance of equipment.


• Responsible for preventative maintenance of equipment including the replacement of worn parts and proper lubrication.


• Responsible for controlling raw material and product flow.


• Responsible for maintaining an efficient truck loading process through use of the site TLC system to process customer shipments.


• Responsible for ensuring that the quality standards for the product are met or exceeded.


• Clean and remove dust and product build-up from machinery and plant working areas.


• Responsible for collection of product samples as necessary.


• Responsible for monitoring of product and raw material inventories.


• Monitor mechanical equipment by making visual and audio inspection of equipment and by monitoring temperature, flow and amperage gauges.


• Communicate machinery status to Production Shift Supervisor.


• Secure equipment for maintenance by appropriate safety and plant procedures.


• Identify and inform Management of ANY animal food quality or safety issue.


• Operate the process to optimize the production of quality and safe product in accordance with standard operation procedures and following Current Good Manufacturing Practices.


• Perform production/quality checks as assigned.


• Perform housekeeping/sanitation functions as required.


• Detect potential problems with raw materials, processes, etc. that could affect animal food quality and safety and notify management of such issues.


• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence or further processing of nonconforming product relating to feed quality and safety until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.


• Maintaining the required written records including production, recycle, disposition of product, corrective actions, etc. as mandated by the Animal Food Quality and Safety Management System.


• Responsible for following all facility safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).


• Actively participates in site safety processes.


• Actively participates in site requisitioning, work order and MOC systems.

What you will bring:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred.


• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Process Equipment Operator, preferred.


• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, Environmental regulations, along with the Animal Food and Quality and Safety Policy, Animal Food Safety AwarenessandHACCP regulations, a plus.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!

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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