Operator Utility/Float - Day 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, operating RO/UF/Nano/pasteurizer systems, evaporators, dryers, intake, and loadouts, along with other duties assigned by plant leadership. The position works the day shift from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with every other weekend off, and pays $27.00 per hour. The operator supports production schedules and product movement, monitors quality and process conditions, operates and maintains equipment, assists packaging operations, and completes production and sanitation documentation. The role requires adherence to product specifications, GMPs, and plant sanitation schedules.

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 liquid-to-solid conversions.
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 frequently climb ladders and several flights of stairs 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 cannot sponsor employment for this position.

Nice To Haves

Dairy or wet processing experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate with departmental operators to manage silo space and production schedules, and escalate issues promptly to the shift lead, supervisor, or manager.
Monitor, plan, and track incoming product to support 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 throughout the 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 levels and adjust dryer settings as needed.
Verify dryer, evaporator, CIP, and system settings to maintain product specifications.
Inspect lecithin spray nozzle patterns periodically.
Inspect fluid beds, sifters, and HPP systems for defects or obstructions; remove obstructions and promptly report deviations.
Operate all CIP3 and CIP4 systems within the plant.
Maintain filtration equipment and monitor it and silo areas for leaks or equipment deficiencies; report issues promptly.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and assist maintenance personnel with repairs as needed.
Verify that required samples are taken during packaging.
Ensure packaging operators have necessary supplies, assist with packaging during breaks, and help troubleshoot packaging issues.
Train packaging operators to ensure GMP compliance.
Ensure pallets and bags are labeled and placarded properly and removed from the bag room at the end of each lot.
Maintain accurate documentation for production runs, CIPs, bag weights, run numbers, and logs.
Ensure silos, lines, and equipment are properly documented and clean.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow the daily sanitation schedule.
Adhere to established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Work overtime as required.