Production: Floater; 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

Farmers Union Industries, LLC (FUI) is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products.

We are accepting applications for the brand‑new position of Floater in Long Prairie, MN. The role provides backup support to a variety of positions and plants. Compensation starts at $26.14 per hour, with an additional $1 per hour for night shift and $2 per hour for weekend shift, and regular pay increases. A benefits package is offered, including health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and a competitive 401(k) match.

• 1st Shift: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• 2nd Shift: Monday‑Friday, 4:00 pm – 12:00 am (midnight)
• 3rd Shift: Monday‑Friday, 12:00 am – 8:00 am

• All responsibilities are delivered with GRIT – our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• Provide coverage and support for Panel Operator, Yard Truck Operator, and/or other roles as requested throughout the facility.

• Observe all assigned processing equipment through computer monitors to ensure product specifications are met.
• Read gauges on computer monitors to ensure proper manufacturing temperature, moisture, and pressure levels.
• Manually adjust steam valves on equipment.
• Accurately complete paperwork every two hours regarding observations and product being produced.
• Understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality standards; collect and test product samples.
• Follow lock‑out tag‑out procedures and perform basic troubleshooting; upscale to Plant Maintenance when necessary.
• Greet contract haulers, direct and assist them in backing up and unloading their trailers.
• Operate bobcats, forklifts, and yard trucks to unload, load, and process raw material; fill machinery with diesel and propane as needed.
• Arrange and organize empty trailers in the truck yard.
• Effectively communicate processing activities with production personnel to prevent errors and inefficiencies.
• Use shovels, pressure washers, brushes, and detergent solutions to clean the production floor and trailers.
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining production, air, and wastewater treatment equipment as requested.
• Report any concerns, accidents, downtime, or cost‑saving measures to Foreman.
• Follow all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives.
• Comply with all regulatory and environmental food/feed safety requirements.
• Maintain positive relationships with others and assist other production or maintenance personnel as necessary.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment as needed.
• Maintain regular and predictable on‑site attendance.
• Employees may be required to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

• Experience in food/feed production is a plus.
• Ability to remain alert under sedentary conditions and focus on production processes for extended periods when performing panel duties.
• Understand and operate basic computer systems.
• Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, and operator manuals.
• Pass in‑house forklift certification; experience backing up trailers or operating a skid steer and forklift is preferred.
• Proficient in basic math and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information.
• Effectively communicate in English with external truck drivers, both in writing and verbally.
• Work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry.
• Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend.
• Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes.

• Occasionally push and/or pull objects up to 100 pounds.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
• Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees.
• Consistently climb trailers or ladders up to 15 feet or be elevated in scissor lifts up to 40 feet.
• Sit up to 75% of the workday when performing panel duties; stand up to 100% of the workday when performing yard truck duties.
• Ability to work in confined and restricted spaces.
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.