Supervisor, Maintenance Department

Nutrien; Greenville (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company is seeking a Supervisor for their Maintenance Department in Greenville. In this full-time role, you will manage and train personnel, promote safety, and lead maintenance improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 3-5+ years of plant experience. Strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential. Join us to enhance plant operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of plant experience preferred.
• Physically capable of wearing a respirator.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.

Responsibilities

• Manage, motivate, and train maintenance personnel.
• Promote the safety culture of the work group.
• Collaborate with site leadership for maintenance improvements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work with others

Prioritization and management of initiatives

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP system

Job description

Supervisor, Maintenance Department

Join Nutrien as a Supervisor in our Maintenance Department at the Greenville Plant. Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, dedicated to Feeding the Future and guided by our culture of care and core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results.

What You'll Do

• Manage, motivate, train, and build expertise for maintenance personnel.
• Promote and continually improve the safety culture of the work group and site.
• Collaborate with site leadership to develop and lead an overall maintenance and reliability improvement strategy.
• Work with the Operational Supervisor and planner/scheduler to manage maintenance employees on projects, repairs, and preventative maintenance in a timely manner.
• Oversee the hiring and use of contractors and contracted maintenance employees on company property and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Utilize the SAP system to track projects, purchases, preventative maintenance, and work orders.
• Develop and execute small projects to improve plant operation and reliability.
• Build and document a thorough knowledge of plant equipment and machinery.
• Recommend and purchase new equipment, tools, and repair parts within budget, assisting in the Capex process as necessary.
• Assist in the purchase, design, and installation of equipment in work areas.
• Maintain an efficient parts and supply inventory, ensuring critical spares are available when needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment for the maintenance department.
• Promote positive team relationships within the Maintenance team and with site employees.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Engineering; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Preferred 3‑5+ years of plant experience.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work well with others.
• Ability to set priorities and manage multiple improvement initiatives.
• Physically and medically capable of wearing a respirator.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in close quarters, elevated workplaces, and confined spaces.
• Capability to work in varying temperatures.

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, or other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing