Supervisor, Quality

Job Title:

Supervisor, Quality

Requisition

Location:

Kerman, CA, USA, 93630

Workplace Type:
On-Site

Experience Level: Associate

Job Type: Full Time

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We are guided by our culture of care and core values:
We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

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.

• Supervise and coordinate daily laboratory operations. Plan laboratory workload, including sample flow, testing schedules, and resource allocation
• Perform and support routine and non‑routine analytical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods in accordance with approved test methods and specifications
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to laboratory staff for analytical methods, instrumentation, and data interpretation
• Review analytical results, laboratory documentation, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with quality standards
• Ensure proper operation, calibration, qualification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Lead or support laboratory investigations including deviations, non‑conformances, out‑of‑specification (OOS) results, and root cause analysis
• Ensure laboratory activities comply with internal quality systems, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Provide direct supervision and coaching to laboratory staff, including technicians and chemists, supporting performance management and professional development
• Support development, revision, and implementation of laboratory SOPs, analytical methods, and technical documentation
• Monitor laboratory performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, and operational reliability
• Promote and maintain strong laboratory safety practices, including proper chemical handling, waste management, and adherence to safety requirements
• Act as a leader and example for the company's Behavioral Standards, which focus on Safety, Integrity, Inclusion, Performance, Community, and Innovation
• Perform other duties and technical assignments as required to support laboratory operations and organizational objectives

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Soil Science, Agronomy, Chemical Engineering or related field and 3+ years of hands‑on experience in an analytical or quality laboratory
• 2+ years of demonstrated leadership, coordination or supervisory experience
• Strong technical and communication skills
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems, documentation, and investigation processes

• Experience working in GMP, ISO or similarly regulated environments
• Experience training or supporting new laboratory staff

The salary range for this role, in Biola, CA, is between $68,400 – $107,470. Actual salary and benefits may differ based on location.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement program with matching contributions, paid vacation, sick days, holidays, paid personal and maternity/parental leaves, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.

The role is eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan and may receive discretionary bonuses based on performance.

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is Nutrien's good faith estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered may vary based on experience, education, location, and job‑related reasons. Nutrien also considers internal equity in all pay decisions.

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. Candidates must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law. Background check and substance test may be required.