Utility Operator

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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program. 

We are currently seeking a Utility Operator to join the Jerome-East, ID team.

Shift: Days, 6am - 2pm with rotating schedule to cover call ins and vacation.

Pay:  $26.00 - $28.00 per hour 

Responsibilities  

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.

Requirements

• Production & Operations

  • Communicate with departmental operators to effectively manage silo space and production schedules; escalate 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.

Education Requirements:

  High School Degree or Equivalent

Preferred Education Requirements:

  High School Degree or Equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy Work- Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

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.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Take personal responsibility to engage in plant and food safety practices to prevent hazards that cause foodborne illness or injury and provide a clean, safe work environment and quality products.

• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as needed.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

ACTUS NUTRITION SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Safety comes first and we want to ensure all employees are equipped with the best safety standards and training to be safe and successful in their role. Come to work with a high regard to safety for you and your fellow coworkers.
• We take pride in our entrepreneurial spirit. We believe if there is a will, there is a way. Bring your ideas to the table as we are always ready to explore new opportunities.
• We strive to be better every day. Be focused on the continuous improvement in your day-to-day tasks and your career path.
• We thrive on being results driven and look for employees with passion for their work and achieving their goals. to see what methods may be working and where others may need to be refocused.
• We want our employees to be honest and we expect the same of the company, it’s our commitment of integrity to do what is right.
• Be ready to come to work as a team player who is going to create a winning environment for all the employees they may work with.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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