Operator 1

Location: Bloom, Manitoba, Canada

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.  

Why work at Nutrien? Great question! We base our work philosophy, experience, and practices on the values of Safety and Integrity while incorporating a connection with our Communities. We invest in the betterment of our employees and their Performance through excellent training, mentorship and incentives, in a safe and Inclusive environment so that we can continue to Grow our World from the Ground Up through Innovative technology and systems that support sustainability.

In addition to the talent and skills you will bring to this role, you will be committed to sustaining our safe and positive work environment while welcoming and working side by side others in a diverse culture. Culture at Nutrien is the center of everything we do, and all employees are respectful of diverse opinions and views.

Commitment to Safety

Nutrien’s mission is to Feed the Future and though our Terminal takes this responsibility very seriously, our business success cannot be achieved without our core value of Safety, especially when it comes to our employees. Our Terminal operates on the principles of Do it safely or not at all, There is always time to do it safely, and Care for each other’s health, safety and security. We have adopted a culture of care that encompasses both the physical and psychological safety of our employees and their wellbeing.

About Our Bloom Terminal and Operator Job

Bloom MB, Distribution Terminal opened in 1978 and employs 8 full-time employees. This Nutrien location is responsible for the storage, and distribution of Dry and NH3 products. Our team size facilitates a family environment where teamwork is essential.

If you have an interest in equipment operations and are looking for new opportunities in the Agriculture industry, then we encourage you to explore this opportunity. We offer on the job training tailored to each new employee based on their experience level. There is opportunity for growth and advancement through long term succession planning and business need. This position is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient operation of the ammonia terminal area. The role includes handling shipments for both incoming and outgoing product fertilizers, recording data, and making operational corrections as required. 

This position includes a 90-day probationary period, during which the employee's suitability for the role will be assessed.

What you will do:

• Maintain safe and efficient operations of the NH3 and dry terminal site.
• Handle shipments for both incoming and outgoing product fertilizers, record data, and make operational corrections as required.
• Operate and monitor equipment.
• Operate computerized and non-computerized control systems.
• Perform terminal site maintenance.
• Unload railcars and loading trucks.
• Record and enter data readings.
• Rail operations, able to learn how to drive shuttle wagon.
• Manage daily inventory on inbound and outbound products.
• Load product onto trucks utilizing wheel bucket loaders and material handling systems.
• Site Administration duties and SAP.
• Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Adhere to local, Provincial, and federal governmental regulations and standards.
• Perform landscaping duties such as mowing, cutting weeds, pruning, etc.
• Available to be on call 24/7 when required.
• Able to be at site in 30mins when on call for NH3 alarms.
• Assist and Train drivers to load and unload product onto trucks through pump and piping systems.
• General ground maintenance including mowing, weed eating, and snow removal.
• Assist in contractor assessments and permitting of contractor tasks.

What you will bring:

• Minimal experience required – on the job training provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Safety mindset.
• Positive attitude.
• Team oriented and reliable.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Possess intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and SAP.
• Works with minimal supervision and is self-motivated.
• Willingness to learn with continuous improvement mindset.
• Interest or experience in operating heavy equipment including forklifts, aerial-lifts, and front-end loader, tractors, and Shuttle wagon.
• Available for overtime and to be “on-call” to support Terminal during non-typical working hours as required.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally for training courses and/or to assist at other terminals.
• Must live within a 40-50 kilometer radius from the site.
• Must be capable of wearing and passing respirator fit evaluation.
• Instrumentation/electrical experience an asset.
• Process Safety Management (PSM), experience an asset.

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. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.  

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