Job Description
Job Title:  Mgr, Plant
Requisition ID:  31014
Location:  Levelland, TX, USA, 79336
Workplace Type:  On-Site
Experience Level:  Mid-Senior 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.

 

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.  

 

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 and Nutrien Ag Solutions.  

 

What You'll Do:

 

  • Safety & Compliance
    • Champion and sustain a strong safety culture where health, safety, and environmental performance meet or exceed company and regulatory standards
    • Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements
    • Model and reinforce Nutrien’s Culture of Care, with safety as a non‑negotiable value
  • Operations & Performance
    • Lead daily plant operations to achieve targets in safety, quality, productivity, reliability, delivery, and cost
    • Align production planning and seed inventory with S&OP objectives to meet customer demand
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles, OEE, 5S, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventative actions
    • Partner with Sales to support growth initiatives and deliver outstanding customer outcomes
  • Leadership & People Development
    • Lead, coach, and develop hourly and professional employees through effective supervision, training, and performance management
    • Foster a collaborative, team‑based environment that supports engagement, accountability, and inclusion
    • Participate in hiring, employee relations, discipline, and exit processes as needed
    • Manage staffing, scheduling, and time‑off planning to support operational requirements
  • Financial & Asset Management
    • Develop, manage, and control departmental budgets, driving profitability through cost discipline and waste reduction
    • Own the annual CAPEX plan and oversee execution of approved projects
    • Create and manage a 3–5‑year CAPEX roadmap focused on process optimization, asset reliability, and sustained productivity improvements
    • Ensure preventative maintenance programs are in place to sustain and improve plant operations

What You'll Bring:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering preferred: Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical); equivalent experience may be considered
  • 10+ years of manufacturing experience, including 4+ years in a leadership, supervisory, or mentoring role
  • Strong working knowledge of manufacturing best practices, including SOP development, change management, and continuous improvement
  • Proven ability to build strong relationships with employees, contractors, and internal stakeholders
  • Ability to lead effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
  • Experience in seed, agriculture, or related industries
  • PSM experience and training
  • Knowledge of SAP
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
  • Familiarity with production planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes

 

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, 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  

 

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