Operator Utility/Float - Day Shift

Actus-Nutrition; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) company match

Job summary

Actus Nutrition in Fond du Lac, WI is seeking a Utility/Float Operator to support a range of packaging, sanitation, and processing tasks. The role involves rotating through multiple positions to ensure production runs meet quality specs and schedules.

Responsibilities span production planning, quality monitoring, equipment operation, and GMP-compliant packaging support. The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs and working days with regular weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (dairy/wet processing preferred).
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform mathematical equations involving packaging materials, weight, percent inclusion, and blend ratios.
• Ability to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Stand and walk continually during shift.
• Strong problem-solving skills related to operation, equipment maintenance, quality and process flow.
• Ability to climb ladders and several flights of stairs frequently.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Attendance in good standing.
• Ability to learn a variety of positions quickly.

Responsibilities

• Production & Operations: manage silo space and production schedules; support upcoming production runs; trace product lines; ensure quality and quantity per specs; follow shift schedules; perform multiple positions as needed; overtime as required.
• Quality Control & Monitoring: pull liquid samples; adjust parameters; monitor temperatures and solids; document daily production reports; inspect nozzle patterns; check equipment for defects.
• Equipment & Maintenance: operate CIP systems; maintain filtration equipment; monitor for leaks; assist with repairs.
• Packaging Support: ensure samples; provide supplies; assist with packaging during breaks; train operators for GMP compliance; label and manage pallets and bags.
• Documentation, Sanitation & GMP Compliance: maintain production run docs; keep silos and equipment clean; follow sanitation schedule; adhere to GMPs.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lifting 50 lbs

Team collaboration

GMP compliance

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 expectations of our customers.

We are currently seeking a Utility/Float Operator to join the Fond du Lac, WI team.

Pay: $27.00 USD per hour

Shift: Days, 6 am - 6 pm with every other weekend off

The Utility Operator has the responsibility of filling a variety of positions as needed. Including but not limited to Packaging, Sanitation, running RO/UF/Nano/Pasteurizer’s, Evaporator, Dryers, Intake, Loadouts, and any other duties as assigned by Plant Leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Production & Operations

• Communicate with departmental operators to effectively manage silo space and production schedules; elevate issues promptly to the shift lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Monitor, plan, and track all incoming product to support upcoming production runs.
• Trace product lines and track the location of all products being transferred.
• Ensure all incoming and finished products meet customer specifications for quality and quantity.
• Review prior shift documentation and follow established production schedules.
• Ability to perform all positions within the departments as needed.
• Work overtime as required.

Quality Control & Monitoring

• Pull liquid samples and use analysis results to adjust operational parameters.
• Check silo temperatures and solids; document results on RO/UF Daily Production Reports.
• Monitor powder moisture levels and adjust dryer settings accordingly.
• Verify dryer, evaporator, CIP, and system settings to ensure products remain within specifications.
• Periodically inspect lecithin spray nozzle patterns.
• Inspect fluid beds, sifters, and HPP systems for chunks, wetness, or other defects; remove obstructions and report deviations immediately.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Operate all CIP3 and CIP4 systems within the plant.
• Maintain filtration equipment to ensure product meets specification requirements.
• Monitor filtration equipment and silo areas for leaks or equipment deficiencies and report issues immediately.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and assist maintenance personnel with repairs as needed.

Packaging Support

• Verify that required product samples are taken during packaging.
• Ensure packaging operators have necessary supplies (bags, pallets, skid sheets, etc.).
• Assist with packaging during breaks and help troubleshoot packaging issues.
• Train packaging operators to ensure GMP compliance.
• Ensure all pallets and bags are properly labeled, placarded, and removed from the bag room at the completion of each lot.

Documentation, Sanitation & GMP Compliance

• Maintain accurate documentation for production runs, CIPs, bag weights, run numbers, and logs.
• Ensure proper documentation and cleanliness of silos, lines, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow the daily sanitation schedule.
• Adhere to all established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (dairy/wet processing preferred)
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform mathematical equations involving packaging materials required, weight calculations, percent inclusion, percent protein/fat, blend ratios, drug reconciliation, product flow rate, and conversion of liquids to solids.
• Ability to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk continually during shift.
• Possess problem-solving skills as related to operation, equipment maintenance, quality and process flow.
• Ability to climb ladders and several flights of stairs frequently during a shift.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Attendance in good standing.
• Ability to be able to learn a variety of positions quickly.

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. Insert Pay Transparency Disclosures Here: Applicants must maintain legal authorization to work in the United States throughout the duration of their employment. We are unable to sponsor employment for this position either now or in the future.

“Actus Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.”

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