Floater

Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CJ Bio America in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a Floater in the Utility department. The position requires open shifts including nights, days, weekends, and holidays, and involves operating a range of utility equipment and auditing equipment performance.

You will monitor equipment via HMI, create and revise SOPs, collect water samples, and perform routine maintenance. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required; SAP experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience operating utility equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate utility equipment including compressor, chiller, cooling tower, water treatment, steam accumulator, and gas regulator.
• Monitor and control utility equipment via HMI software.
• Identify, analyze and report equipment malfunctions.
• Create or revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Collect water samples and test pH, hardness and conductivity.
• Perform maintenance to major equipment and components.
• Maintain good housekeeping and record keeping for energy data.

Skills

Operating utility equipment

Willingness to train

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Data analysis

Excel

HMI

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree + 4 years related experience

High School diploma/GED + 6 years related experience

Tools

SAP

HMI

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

This position works open shifts for Utility operators. Work schedule may vary, which includes but isn’t limited to 8 to 12 hours shifts, nights, days, weekends and holidays. Efficiently operates Utility equipment, i.e., compressor, chiller, cooling tower, water treatment, steam accumulator and gas regulator. Completes audits and analysis of equipment.

Job Title

Floater

Location

Property of: CJ Bio America 1946 Harvest Ave. Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

Job #

M/E_U_Floater

Revision

9/23/26

Department

Utility

Reports to

Supervisor of Utility

Career Path

T

Function

Maintenance and Engineering

Contract Type

• Full-Time
• Temp
• Part-Time
• Exempt
• Non-Exempt

Essential Job Functions

• Works open shifts for Utility operators
• Monitor and control utility equipment using HMI control software
• Identify, analyze and report equipment malfunctions
• Create or revise Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)
• Collect water samples and test pH, hardness and conductivity
• Perform maintenance to major equipment: Comp, Chiller, CT, Water treatment, Steam Actuator, and Gas regulator
• Monitor and maintain equipment with support of trained equipment technician from manufacture
• Small spare parts inspection .i.e., filters, oil coolant
• Chemical maintenance (HCL, NAOH, Cooling Tower Chemical)
• Mechanical spare parts (Mechanical, Piping, Electrical Component)
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Perform equipment audits and schedule Preventative Maintenance
• Assists with scheduling shut down maintenance for annual shut down period
• Perform plant audit for energy efficiency and system improvements
• Collect the daily energy usage from all departments and predict how much energy will be needed based on changes in energy use
• Record Keeping and Analysis of data related to utility equipment and utility functions (temperature, pressure, flow, etc…)
• Review, confirm, and schedule contracts with vendors, utilities and equipment
• Conduct analysis of consumed utility amount per product produced
• Participate in monthly and yearly closing
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and experience operating utility equipment in a manufacturing environment, i.e., compressor, chiller, cooling tower, water treatment, steam accumulator and gas regulator
• Willingness to consistently train to broaden knowledge of plant process and equipment
• Communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical Ability
• Data analysis
• Computer skills such as Microsoft Excel, HMI, SAP, etc…

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position’s work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm but may vary, it includes but isn’t limited to 8 or 12-hour shifts, alternating day and night shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime. This position is required to work open shifts for Operator absences. This position works in a manufacturing environment, which includes exposures to moving mechanical parts, high noise levels, vibrations, varying atmospheric conditions and temperatures, hazardous chemicals, high pressure steam and dust. This position does not supervise the work of others. Travel is not expected for this position. This position regularly requires the ability to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of shift. Standing, walking extended distances, ascending/descending stairs extended distances, close/distance vision. Occasionally requires confined space entry, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, ascending/descending ladders, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to wear full-face respirator and protective equipment for testing. This includes minimal facial hair to ensure proper fit of respirator in accordance with OSHA regulations. Must complete annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• OR
• Associate’s degree & 4 years of directly related work experience
• OR
• High School Diploma/GED & 6 years of directly related experience

Additional Experience

SAP Experience Is Preferred.

Requirements

Utility system operation experience is required

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal opportunity employer.