Operator 1

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 over 26,000 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.

The Hammond Nutrien (Hammond) facility is located at 5901 Hump Road, Hammond, in Lake County, Indiana. The entire facility is comprised of approximately 92.05 acres of land. The facility receives bulk potash (a potassium-rich salt also known as Potassium Chloride) via railcar from Nutrien’s potash mines located in Canada. The material is stored at the facility until it is loaded into railcars and delivered to Nutrien’s agricultural clients for use in fertilizers. There are approximately 6 onsite employees, 3 railyard, and 2 Warehouse operators and the Terminal Manager. Operators are tasked in loading and unloading railcars as well as minor maintenance on equipment. The ideal candidate would be someone who has a level of mechanical aptitude, the ability to work at heights, and in good physical condition for general housekeeping and maintenance throughout the facility. As an operator you will also be tasked in performing general grounds keeping such as mowing, weed whacking, trimming shrubbery, etc.

What you will do:

• Have an excellent sense of safety and be able to demonstrate Safety Guidance
• Operate and monitor equipment
• Operate computerized and non-computerized control systems
• Perform terminal site maintenance
• Troubleshoot and analyze all types of rotating equipment
• Record and enter data readings
• Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers
• Adhere to local, state and federal governmental regulations and standards

What you will bring:

• Minimal experience needed – On the job training provided
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license required
• Safety mindset
• Positive attitude
• Team oriented and reliable
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Mechanical experience is welcomed but not required
• Possess intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Works with minimal supervision and is self-motivated
• Willingness to learn with continuous improvement mindset
• Available for overtime and to be “on-call” to support Terminal during non-typical working hours as needed
• Must be willing to travel occasionally for training courses and/or to assist at other terminals
• Must live within a 25-mile radius from the site
• Instrumentation/electrical experience an asset
• Process Safety Management (PSM), experience an asset

Are you a good match? Apply today! 

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested 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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