Lactoferin Operator

Actus Nutrition; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Actus Nutrition in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is seeking a Lactoferrin Operator for the night shift (6 PM–6 AM). This role runs all equipment in the lactoferrin production area and ensures product specifications are met.

You will communicate with operators, pull samples, analyze results, and adjust parameters as needed. The position emphasizes documentation, line monitoring, and proactive maintenance coordination.

Qualifications

• Must be able to multitask and communicate effectively across shifts.
• Ability to troubleshoot and assist maintenance when needed.
• Must pull liquid samples, analyze them, and adjust operation parameters based on results.

Responsibilities

• The Lactoferrin Operator runs all equipment in the lactoferrin production area.
• Maintain documentation and ensure product specs meet parameters.
• Monitor and track incoming production materials and production runs.
• Inspect for leaks, worn parts, and report to maintenance or supervisor.

Skills

Multitasking

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Sample analysis

Equipment operation

Process monitoring

Job description

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution, and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers.

Pay

$24.00 USD per hour with an additional $1.00 per hour for the shift premium.

Shift

Nights, 6PM-6AM with every other weekend off.

Responsibilities

• The Lactoferrin Operator has the responsibility for running all equipment in the lactoferrin production area.

Requirements

• Communicate (written and verbal) with all departmental operators to efficiently manage the process and production schedules. Any issues must be reported to a shift lead/supervisor/manager in a timely manner.
• Must be able to Multitask
• Must be able to Trouble Shoot, assist Maintenance when needed.
• Must pull liquid samples, analyze sample, and use analysis for adjusting operation parameters.
• Monitor, plan and track all incoming product for production runs.
• Check Production Samples for all required parameters; document this information on the required paperwork.
• Trace product lines and track the locations of all products being transferred.
• Maintain all Lactoferrin equipment assuring that all product specifications meet specified parameters.
• Maintain proper documentation.
• Monitor all Lactoferrin equipment for leaking gaskets, airlines, pump seals and any other operation deficiencies and report immediately to maintenance/shift lead/supervisor/manager.
• Must operate all cleaning and production equipment within the Lactoferrin Plant.
• Must keep work area in a neat and clean.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Light Heavy Work- Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Production- Exposure to manufacturing environment. Require frequent moving and climbing. Frequent exertion of light to moderate physical effort. Exposure to noise, odor, dust, and discharge from production process.

Actus Nutrition prides itself on advancement opportunities for our current workforce to promote from within. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.