Senior Production Engineer

WE ARE MINDFUL, ORIGINAL, & BOLD At Phospholutions, our mission is simple. We are enhancing the efficiency of global phosphorus use. Phospholutions, Inc. is an award-winning and venture-backed agtech start-up company enhancing global phosphorus use. Phospholutions is experiencing exponential growth after the commercial launch and now rapid global expansion of our proprietary RhizoSorb® technology. This technology helps to lower the environmental impact of fertilizers and is optimizing the use of inputs for growers resulting in better plant health. Supported by years of university-driven research, extensive field testing, and the backing of leading industry investors, our team is driving the global expansion of RhizoSorb® technology, a breakthrough advancement in nutrient efficiency. To accelerate this growth, we are seeking a Senior Production Engineer to join our team. This is a remote position with a strong preference for candidates based in or near Saint Petersburg, FL and reports to our Chief Operations Officer. If you are a self-motivated engineering professional who thrives on frontline production work, real-time problem-solving, and building trusted cross-functional relationships, we encourage you to apply! Your expertise will directly support the successful transfer of our innovative formulations into full-scale, reliable production, an essential step in bringing our technology to customers around the world. JOB OBJECTIVE We value energy, passion, authenticity, creativity…and results! The Senior Production Engineer will take ownership of a diverse range of responsibilities and become a strategic partner to our Operations team. In this role, you will help ensure that our product is manufactured efficiently, consistently, and to specification, while driving continuous improvement across multiple facilities. Serving as the bridge between formulation science, production execution and commercial impact, the Senior Production Engineer will play a pivotal role in scaling our technology, optimizing production performance, and advancing our mission. Among other responsibilities, this position requires the knowledge, skills and ability to understand and execute the following: Production Enablement Lead technical engagement with international third-party production partners during all production campaigns, including extended on-site support Translate company IP and product specifications into actionable operating parameters Modify and optimize production processes to improve throughput, quality, and operational reliability Serve as the primary technical interface between partner producer teams, internal commercial, operations, and R&D leadership End-to-End Product Quality Ownership Own product quality across all facilities ensuring physical, chemical, and functional performance meets targets Develop and implement site-specific quality strategies and drive corrective actions Collaborate with formulation team to align product design with manufacturing execution Data, Analytics & Process Understanding Interpret process control system data, mass balances, statistical variation, and quality metrics to diagnose and prevent issues Build and maintain causal understanding between operating conditions, equipment constraints, and final product outcomes Provide real-time technical troubleshooting during production runs Customer-Facing Technical Leadership Represent Phospholutions as a credible technical ambassador to producers, distributors, retailers, and strategic customers Communicate production realities, constraints, and capabilities into clear narratives that build trust, confidence, and operational alignment Project Leadership & Relationship Management Lead the technical scope of production partnerships from readiness through continuous improvement cycles Support CAPEX planning and process/equipment upgrade initiatives at partner sites Drive cross-functional project management to ensure production timeline and specifications are met Independent Product Stewardship Operate as the execution-focused owner of product outcomes, distinct from R&D formulation authority and commercial sales objectives Evaluate and challenge internal assumptions using firsthand knowledge of facility operations to guide team(s) to practical manufacturing decisions KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/ABILITIES The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate core competencies in the following areas: Ability to personally diagnose process, quality and performance issues Willingness to lead from the front and enjoy doing the work and owning outcomes on the ground Ability to collaborate, build and maintain relationships, building creditability and trust with third-party producers Analytic mindset translating process data into clear decisions and actions Comfortable challenging assumptions, advocating for execution reality and relying on independent judgment Strong project management and analytical Proficient in all styles of communication (i.e. verbal, written, presentation, etc.) Self-motivation and drive to exceed goals; work effectively with minimal direction Critical thinking, strategic problem solving and business insight Conducts all business activities honestly and responsibly to build trust with customers, partners, and colleagues Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment and assume personal ownership of activities and outcomes EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process, Materials or Industrial Engineering or closely related applied science from an accredited university or college At least 8 years of technical experience in manufacturing or process-driven environments Experience in fertilizer manufacturing, mineral processing, or bulk solids handling Experience scaling production and manufacturing for a company Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This company does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple work locations as needed Travel will be 50 to 75%, both domestic and international Background checks (criminal/education/employment/reference/credit/DMV) will be performed; results must be satisfactory to the company. If hired, must adhere to all company policies and procedures and other prescribed best practices/industry standards OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift 40 to 50 pounds as needed When travelling to production/supplier facilities, employees may be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include eye, hearing and respiratory protections, protective smock, or face shield. Contact lenses may not be allowed in some area in or around confined spaces with some exposure to chemical, grease, oils, fumes, and/or other compounds. Frequent sitting, standing, moving forward/back/side-to-side, and working around production facilities; where exposure to electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, sealants, solvents, and other compounds is possible Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time DESIRED EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (THESE ARE A PLUS!) Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process, Materials or Industrial Engineering or closely related applied science from an accredited university or college Multi-facility manufacturing experience Experience in phosphate fertilizer manufacturing 15 years of technical experience in manufacturing or process-driven environments TO APPLY Tell us why you are interested in this position and your desired salary in the cover letter section of this posting. Include your resume, answer a few questions, then click submit. It’s that easy to apply right now! This is an IMMEDIATE opportunity, BUT we are looking for an awesome new team member, so the position will remain open until filled. Our company utilizes E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. You can learn about this program by visiting the E-Verify website . The Company reserves the right to alter, change, modify and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation. No recruiters, please; principal applicants only. * * * Phospholutions, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, familial status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. * * * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.