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.

The retail division of Nutrien provides 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.

The Farm Ops Specialist will work closely with the Winterville Innovation Farm Manager to successfully conduct experimental trials in corn, soybean, cotton, etc. This position is responsible for partnering with stakeholders to test the Loveland Products line of high-performance crop input products.

What You'll Do:

Maintain data collection and harvesting of the field evaluation trials.
Ensure proper agronomic site management of all trial locations including fertility and herbicide management decisions.
Assist in conducting field tours, field days, and trainings on the innovation farm.
Ensure trials are conducted using the One Nutrien Trialing tool.
Operate and maintain all planting, spraying, and harvest equipment.
Assist all innovation farms with identifying and vetting new technologies.
Scout field trials throughout the growing season to ensure timely and agronomically sound applications.
Manage field trials for uniform stands, disease, insects, and differences among treatments.
Own prescription writing, building maps, manage guidance subscriptions on equipment, maintain current RTK boundaries, monitor software updates, record keeping within digital platforms (Ops Center, etc), and use of GIS software (QGIS, SMS, etc.).
Maintain and monitor precision hardware/software on all equipment to ensure seamless operation.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities to remain current with modern agriculture.
Collaborate on promotional opportunities and developing material that highlights the work that is being conducted on the farm.
Lead and perform work the Nutrien Way – engaging in corporate, policies, programs and practices, including SH&E regulations and standards, to bring our Culture of Care to life
Utilize and leverage available digital technologies to complete work accurately and efficiently.
Other duties as required

What You'll Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Agriculture or a related field; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Minimum of 6 years experience in conducting small plot agricultural research.
Valid driver’s license required; able and willing to obtain Class 3 driver’s license.
Experience operating small plot research equipment such as tractors, seeders, sprayers and combines is an asset.
Previous experience in managing assets preferred.
Pesticide Applicator License preferred.

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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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