Operator Utility/Float - Night Shift

Actus Nutrition • Fond Du Lac, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Actus Nutrition is seeking a Utility/Float Operator to join its Fond du Lac, Wisconsin team. The role fills a variety of plant positions as needed, including packaging, sanitation, operation of RO/UF/Nano and pasteurizer systems, evaporators, dryers, intake, and loadouts. The operator supports production schedules and product tracking, monitors quality and process conditions, maintains equipment, assists packaging operations, and ensures accurate documentation and compliance with sanitation and Good Manufacturing Practices.

The position is on the night shift from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., with every other weekend off. Pay is $27.00 per hour, plus a $1.00-per-hour shift differential. Overtime may be required. Actus Nutrition describes advancement opportunities for current employees and offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a 401(k) company match.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; dairy or wet processing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving packaging materials, weight, percent inclusion, percent protein/fat, blend ratios, drug reconciliation, product flow rate, and conversion of liquids to solids.
• Ability to repeatedly lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk continually during the shift.
• Problem-solving skills related to operations, 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 learn a variety of positions quickly.
• Must maintain legal authorization to work in the United States throughout employment; the employer is unable to sponsor employment now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Dairy or wet processing manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with departmental operators to manage silo space and production schedules, and promptly escalate issues to the shift lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Monitor, plan, and track incoming product for upcoming production runs.
• Trace product lines and track the location of products being transferred.
• Ensure incoming and finished products meet customer quality and quantity specifications.
• Review prior-shift documentation and follow established production schedules.
• Perform positions across departments as needed.
• Pull liquid samples and use analysis results to adjust operational parameters.
• Check silo temperatures and solids and document results on RO/UF Daily Production Reports.
• Monitor powder moisture and adjust dryer settings as needed.
• Verify dryer, evaporator, CIP, and system settings to ensure products remain within specifications.
• Inspect lecithin spray nozzle patterns periodically.
• Inspect fluid beds, sifters, and HPP systems for chunks, wetness, or other defects; remove obstructions and report deviations promptly.
• Operate all CIP3 and CIP4 systems in the plant.
• Maintain filtration equipment and monitor it and silo areas for leaks or deficiencies; report issues promptly.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and assist maintenance personnel with repairs as needed.
• Verify required product samples are taken during packaging.
• Ensure packaging operators have necessary supplies, including bags, pallets, and skid sheets.
• Assist with packaging during breaks and troubleshoot packaging issues.
• Train packaging operators to ensure GMP compliance.
• Ensure pallets and bags are properly labeled and placarded, and are removed from the bag room when each lot is complete.
• 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.
• Follow established Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Work overtime as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) company match
• Advancement opportunities for current employees, including promotion from within

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed