Utility

Skana Aluminum Company; Manitowoc (WI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PayForKnowledge program

180 days off a year

Shift: 5:45pm–6am (2-2-3)

Quarterly bonus program

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Safety shoe reimbursement

Safety glasses provided

Paid uniforms

Fundation employee engagement events

Job summary

Skana Aluminum Company in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a hands-on Utility Operator to keep production moving safely and efficiently by supporting multiple departments and shifts.

You will rotate through areas, learn different machines, and respond quickly to changing priorities while maintaining logs and following safety protocols.

This role emphasizes physical stamina, teamwork, and strong problem-solving, with cross-training opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or machine operation environment.
• Physical stamina to stay active throughout shifts.
• Willingness to rotate between departments and shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools and equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent cross-team communication and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate machinery across the mill, supporting departments as priorities shift.
• Move throughout the plant to assist different operations and teams as priorities change.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to keep equipment running.
• Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, lifting, and hands-on equipment work.
• Respond quickly to changing production needs with flexibility and quick thinking.
• Follow safety protocols, company policies, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain logs of system performance, maintenance actions, and incidents.

Skills

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Independent work

Job description

No Two Days Are the Same. Are You Up for It?

If you thrive on variety, stay on your feet, and can pivot from one task to the next without missing a beat, this is your role. As a Utility Operator, you'll be the go-to team member across multiple departments jumping in wherever the mill needs you to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

This is a hands-on, physically active role built for someone who's adaptable, dependable, and ready to move. You won't be doing the same thing every shift, you'll be trained across multiple areas, machines, and tasks, and you'll need to shift gears quickly as priorities change throughout the day.

What You'll Do

• Monitor and operate a variety of machinery across the mill, adapting to whatever department needs support that shift
• Move throughout the plant supporting different operations, teams, and tasks as priorities shift in real time
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to keep equipment running reliably
• Perform physical tasks throughout your shift, including standing, walking, lifting, and hands-on equipment work for extended periods
• Respond quickly to changing production needs, flexibility and quick thinking are part of the job
• Follow all safety protocols, company policies, and environmental regulations
• Maintain accurate logs of system performance, maintenance activities, and incidents

What We're Looking For

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or machine operation environment required
• Physical stamina — this role requires being on your feet, moving, and staying active throughout your shift
• Flexibility and adaptability — willingness to rotate between departments, tasks, and even shifts (including nights and weekends) as needed
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and equipment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate across teams and departments
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Why Skana?

• Grow Your Pay, Grow Your Skills
  Our PayForKnowledge program rewards you for cross-training — the more you learn, the more you earn.
• 180 days off a year
• Hours: 5:45pm- 6am (2-2-3 rotation)

Benefits That Actually Benefit You

• Company-wide bonus program, paid quarterly — sharing in our company's success throughout the year
• 401(k) with company match — don't leave free money on the table
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• $150 safety shoe reimbursement every year
• Safety glasses covered 100%
• Paid uniforms
• Regular employee engagement events through our Fundation program

This is a hands-on, physically demanding plant role with exposure to heat, noise, moving equipment, and forklift traffic. You'll be actively moving throughout your shift standing, walking, and working across multiple areas of the plant. Required PPE includes safety glasses and safety shoes.

Skana Aluminum Company is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.