Ice Cream Machine Operator (Night Shift)

The Magnum Ice Cream Company•Sikeston, MO

10d•$27 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Machine Operator Location: Sikeston, MO Pay Range: $26.87 per hour($28.78 after 1 year) + $0.75 night shift differential Paid Bi-Weekly - Performance Bonus Eligible This position requires flexibility within shift patterns, particularly during the evening and overnight hours. Must be able to work any day of the week and be able to adapt to schedule changes to align with business needs. Please understand that we are only accepting applications for those able to work a night shift schedule. If you want to work for a global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023, come join Unilever Ice Cream! The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025. Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent as we build our diverse and inclusive culture. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us. JOB PURPOSE: Find your purpose at Unilever Ice Cream. Lead innovations that drive our business to win and grow. Learn from brilliant leaders and diverse colleagues in a global environment, becoming your best self. Are you searching for a wonderful manufacturing opportunity? Then this role is tailored for you. This position efficiently operates assigned equipment to produce products at prescribed standards; minimize material waste and product loss. The position also oversees all aspects of line function. The range of Operator roles varies between categories and technologies, but generally sits within the Filling, Forklift and Material Transfer, Mixer, Packing, Reporting, Shaping and Water Machinery Job Families. The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe operation of production equipment to deliver customer requirements through completion of the production plan, adhering to quality standards and maximizing cost effectiveness, optimal running and equipment efficiency. She/he is expected to carry out cleaning and inspection activities and record any issues/problems with the equipment to pass to the Technical Operator to resolve.

Requirements

Ability to learn all functions of the job within a reasonable amount of time.
Ability to read and understand written instructions and to keep accurate written records.
Ability to work various hours and shifts (i.e., 8-hour, 10hour, or 12-hour shifts) as needed.
Able to work overtime when required.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
Achieving a passing score on a proctored skills assessment conducted onsite is required before the final interview.
Ability to stoop, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds several times per hour.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through experience working on machinery on satisfactory completion of technical/shop courses.

Responsibilities

Set up machine for production including assembling freezers and various parts of machine, assemble necessary ingredients, sanitize lines, and adjust machine to formula specifications.
Comply with all GMP/quality issues including all charting procedures.
Follow established procedures for monitoring product specifications such as bar weight, product size, machine output, speed, wrap, code dates, product quality etc.
Keep areas clean and dry.
Monitor equipment for malfunctions, solve minor problems without assistance and eliminate potential threats to production.
Communicate effectively with Supervisors and maintenance personnel regarding recurring problems and needs for repair.
Take part in PM’s.
Follow lubrication programs and maintain lube log.
Oversee all operations at the workstation including responsibilities of the Wrapper Operators and Hand-packers.
Work effectively with Wrapper operators and Handpackers to ensure smooth operation of line.
Help work in tubs from freezer.
Report any problems to Supervisors.
Be involved with TPM and take part in the continuous improvement process.
Function as needed in various capacities, including moving supplies and discard, filling in for Wrapper Operators and Handpackers as necessary and other duties as assigned.