Supervisor, Day

Pay Band: L 

 

At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

 

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With nearly 25,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

 

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

 

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

 

This position reports directly to the General Supervisor, Phosphoric Acid Operations.

 

This position is located in Aurora, North Carolina, U.S.A. and is not available for remote work.

 

What you will do: 

 

The Day Supervisor is responsible for leading the safe execution of the daily duties of the Phosphoric Acid department at Nutrien in Aurora with a focus on daily production needs. The Day Supervisor plans, directs, coordinates, and executes daily activities based on the published schedule or directive. 

 

• Ability to operate all plant equipment to ensure optimum production
• Conducts crew meetings, assists safety team with inspections and getting problems solved
• Ensures that employees have the appropriate safety equipment and that it is used properly
• Communicates with employees about company goals, policies, and procedures
• Monitors and evaluates all environmental controls and records to ensure there are no letters of non-compliance
• Updates employees of changes in the SOPs on environmental concerns--all environmental incidents receive action and follow-up
• Encourages cross training, plans for each employee and contractors to attend available trainings
• Performs annual reviews for direct reports
• Assists with Down-Day and Turn-Around planning and execution within the Department
• Communicates Maintenance and I&E priorities with Lead Maintenance Specialist and assists with execution and planning of these activities
• Acquires quotes, writes requisitions, and pays invoices for contract personnel, operations, supplies, and equipment as needed for the department
• Suggests improvements in process or methods and review proposed capital investments utilizing knowledge and experience to ensure improvements
• Makes procedure updates, develops energy isolation check sheets, and follows through with action item completions in the area
• Leads area continuous improvement initiatives
• Incumbent is responsible for maximizing production of department at or below budgeted cost
• Provides leadership, expertise, and direction for production requirements 

 

What you will bring: 

 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field with 6+ years' of relevant work experience is preferred
• Knowledge and ability to inspect the entire plant for proper operation and for Safety and Environmental issues is required
• Incumbent should have a thorough knowledge of chemical plant procedures
• Knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, and Process Safety Management Regulations
• Incumbent should be proficient in written and verbal communication
• Competent rating or above on performance reviews

 

Benefits: 

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 relocation assistance, 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, North Carolina is within ease of commuting to surrounding urban areas. To the west