Engineer, Process

Pay Band: J   

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.  

This position will report directly to the Mill Superintendent.

The Mill Process & Production Engineer does not have any direct reports.

The Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing the process control in the Mill Area. While making sure that neither safety nor the environment is compromised, the incumbent ensures that the products manufactured in the Mill area are within the required chemical specifications for in-plant consumption and are produced at the lowest possible cost. Maintenance problems are addressed either through modifications and the work order system or by requesting capital funds for improvements. Employee training must be conducted to communicate changes in operating parameters as well as deal with newly installed equipment.

What you will do:

• Ensure production tonnage meets or exceeds plan.
• Maintain the required quality specifications of phosphate concentrate.
• Keep costs low by improving the reliability of the operating equipment and optimizing the process.
• Request and apply capital funds to improve the flotation process.
• Track and maintain consumption of various reagents at the optimum dosages necessary to achieve recovery targets and control costs.
• Participate in crew meetings monthly to improve safety and environmental awareness.
• Troubleshoot operational delays, reduce bottlenecks, and identify mechanical problems.
• Monitor and document all process upset conditions and assist in or lead efforts to address root causes.
• Ensure that all testing and monitoring for environmental compliance are completed according to schedule
• Responsible for tracking the performance of unit processes such as sizing, grinding, clay removal, and flotation.
• Coordinate efforts through the use of both internal and external resources to provide relevant training for operators.
• Coordinate daily production and process trials with other departments.
• Track performance and initiate process modifications, as necessary.
• Incumbent will be responsible for conducting employee training to communicate changes in operating parameters, as well as dealing with newly installed equipment.
• In addition, on occasion, the incumbent will conduct presentations and meetings within the plant and with outside agencies.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering is required. While a degree in Mining, Metallurgical Engineering, or Mineral Processing is preferred, other engineering disciplines may be acceptable.
• A minimum of 5+ years of industrial experience in the mining industry is preferred.
• Three to five years of process/production engineering experience is required.
• Seminars, meetings, and continuing education in the field of expertise are required to maintain an up-to-date working knowledge.
• Must pass a pre-employment exam and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A strong background in product conveying, mineral processing, chemistry, materials handling, and mixing of raw materials for the float and clay process is highly beneficial.  
• Prior practical experience within the mining or mineral processing industries, is desirable.
• Prior supervisory experience and six sigma training are desired.

Compensation & 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 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. 

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Aurora, North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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/boat

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.  

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