Fertilizer Plant Operator

6 days ago


Summerside, Canada Cavendish Agri Full time

The Fertilizer Plant Operator will be responsible for receiving orders and ensuring fertilizer requests are prepared and dispatched in a timely manner. This is a great opportunity for someone who is results-driven and a self-starter who is always looking for opportunities for improvement. The ability to adapt and learn in a fast paced, dynamic work environment is key.

**Pay Range**:$24.00 to $30.00 per hour
- Ensure the site is operating safely and efficiently, meeting business standards.
- Communicating with other plants/departments on their short-term fertilizer requirements for efficient operations.
- Identification of any mechanical or other maintenance requirements on equipment.
- Inventory (reporting, cycle counts, production reports, year-end, etc.)
- The coordination of processing and preparing customer delivery orders. Including operating a forklift.
- The dispatching of customer deliveries and stock transfers - ensuring fertilizer orders are delivered accurately and on time
- Assist with developing Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist in preparing and issuing invoices to customers.
- Assist with transporting fertilizer as required, operating a 3A Truck.
- 1-3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Able to work with mínimal supervision
- Proven ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and systems
- Experience operating a forklift
- Ability to communicate at a high level with external customers and team members across the business
- Previous experience operating farm equipment or heavy equipment
- Valid class 3 commercial driver’s license or willingness to obtain
- Availability to work extended hours, evenings and weekends
- High degree of attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multi-task

**Cavendish Agri Services**supports farmers in growing healthy and productive crops. We have 8 manufacturing/retail locations serving Atlantic Canada. Our primary products include fertilizers, crop protectants, and technical expertise. Cavendish Agri Services is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package including but not limited to:

- A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
- Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
- RRSP matching program
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
- Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Agri Services and the larger network of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.



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