Process Technician in Training

Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited; Augusta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited in Augusta, GA is seeking an entry‑level Process Technician in Training to join our on‑site operations. You will learn plant processes, safety procedures, and data collection while supporting day‑to‑day operation of the facility.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic technical training, and a knack for troubleshooting. This full‑time role offers hands-on growth with rotating shifts, overtime, and opportunities to transition to permanent roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years post high school technical training preferred.
• Must pass mechanical aptitude, mathematics and reading comprehension tests.
• Experience troubleshooting and finding solutions.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment and associated systems.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor the process operation and equipment; take readings and samples; perform basic lab analyses.
• Use skills in vibration analysis, lubrication, thermography, and sensory evaluation to assess equipment reliability.
• Identify operating problems and recommend actions to resolve deficiencies in rate, quality, or safety.
• Collaborate with maintenance to maximize efficiency and keep equipment ready per schedule.
• Generate work requests to fix deficiencies in process areas.
• Use computers for job functions and training.
• Assist with startup, shutdown, and operation of processes and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment.
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts with overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Climb stairs or ladders, enter confined spaces, or lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematics

Reading comprehension

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years post High School-Technical training

Job description

Job Title: Process Technician in Training

Requisition ID: 33336

Location: Augusta, GA, USA, 30903

Workplace Type: On-Site

Experience Level: Entry Level

Job Type: Full Time

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 will do:

• Operate plant equipment and associated systems
• Complies with all safety policies and procedures
• Monitor the process operation and equipment by making routine rounds to check equipment, taking process data readings, obtaining samples of various process streams, and performing basic laboratory analyses
• Use acquired skills in the area of vibration analysis, lubrication, thermography, smell, feel, and listening to evaluate the process and equipment operator driven reliability (ODR Respond to and appropriately address process and equipment upsets
• Identify operating problems and recommend actions to resolve any deficiencies in rate, quality, mechanical, or safe operation of plant and equipment
• Actively works with maintenance personnel to maximize efficiency including following schedules and having equipment ready for maintenance per schedule
• Generate work requests to fix deficiencies in process areas
• Use computers for job functions and training
• Assist with startup, shut down, and operation of processes and equipment
• Maintain a clean work environment free from hazards
• Work a rotating 12-hour shift with overtime as needed (including nights, weekends, and holidays)
• This position will require climbing stairs or ladders, entering confined spaces, or lifting up to 50 pounds as needed to complete tasks

What you will bring:

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Two years post High School-Technical training in craft discipline or chemical operator preferred
• Must pass a series of tests including mechanical aptitude, mathematics and reading comprehension
• Experience troubleshooting and finding solutions

This is a full-time, temporary position with a term of up to 2 years, offering the potential to transition to a permanent role.

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.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does.Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes agreat responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees andshareholders, our communities, and the planet.