Production Manager

About Nutrien

If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien where your purpose for coming to work every day is real and impactful – Going Further for Australian farmers.

Every day we make an impact and help build a more sustainable and profitable farming industry. We are a local employer, with a local heartbeat, and global resources. You will be connected to the communities you know, making a difference to the lives of our customers and suppliers.

In this pivotal role you’ll oversee the day‑to‑day operations of our production facility, ensuring efficiency, quality and safety at every step. You’ll lead a team of supervisors and operators, drive continuous improvement and collaborate closely with manufacturing and planning teams to deliver on production schedules.

• Oversee and optimise all manufacturing operations to meet production targets.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Manage and mentor production supervisors and team members.
• Collaborate with planning and operations teams to execute production schedules.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Take ownership of inventory management and stock control processes.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar production or manufacturing role (chemical industry experience highly regarded).
• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with SAP and inventory management systems.
• A proactive, safety‑first mindset and attention to detail.

• Be part of a global organisation with local impact.
• Work in a collaborative, safety‑first environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.

At Nutrien Ag Solutions, we’re an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace welcoming applicants of all ages, genders and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre‑employment background checks.