Machine Operator

Location: Covington, MO

Pay Range: $22.00 Per Hour – Paid Bi-Weekly

Bonus eligible - $2.00 shift night differential

Shift Options:

12 hour nights 6pm-6:30am 2/2/3

12 hour days 6am-6:30pm 2/2/3

2nd shift 2pm-10pm

3rd shift 10pm-6am

If you want to work for a global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023, come join Unilever Ice Cream! 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.

The Machine Operator provides support to the production area to meet Quality, Safety, and Productivity goals.  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. 

The Unilever Covington factory is a 24/7 high paced dynamic work environment. We achieve goals through collaborative cross functional teams in the safe and quality delivery of finished goods across the shift they are leading. Making brands such as Klondike, Popsicle, Breyers, and Good Humor ice cream.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Active member of a production team (Space Saver, Klondike, Gram) and supports the team culture of the Covington Plant through participation and leadership in LEAN PROCESS- Total Productive Maintenance (TMP). 
• Production Line set up including auxiliary equipment. Assemble necessary ingredients, clean and sanitize production area, and set and maintain machine to formula specifications. 
• Responsible for Clean in Place/Clean out of Place (CIP/COP) functions to maintain a sanitary work environment 
• Comply with all Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and quality procedures, including all Statistical Process Control (SPC) functions.  Follow established procedures for monitoring product specifications such as product weight, product size, machine output, wrap, code dates, product quality etc.  Keep areas clean, organized and dry. 
• Responsible for the integrity of handling and labeling floor Rework  
• Monitor equipment for abnormalities, solving minor problems without assistance and eliminating potential threats to production.  Communicate effectively with Team members, including maintenance personnel regarding recurring problems and needs for repair.  Take part in PM’s and all AM activities.  Follow lubrication programs and maintain lube log. 
• Oversee all operations at workstations, including personnel assigned to your workstation. 
• Plays an active role in TPM including, the creation and updating of production documentation, Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions. Will create and maintain TPM standards, the writing of One Point Lessons, and participation in Kaizen events. 
• Function as needed in various capacities, including moving supplies and discard, filling in for other teammates as necessary and other duties as assigned. 
• All other duties as assigned 

Overall Benefits & Perks (non-union) 

Medical, Dental, Vision effective immediately | 401K | Profit Sharing | Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement | Paid Leaves | Quarterly Bonus Payouts | Uniforms and PPE provided| Career Advancement Opportunities * 

Additional Perks for the “Covington ” location 

• Onsite Company store for product purchases 

• Company dinners and care packages periodically 
• Benefits are effective the first day of hire (if elected) 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

SKILLS:

• Basic understanding and ability to use computers.  Basic mathematical aptitude. 
• Successful passing of the Career Readiness Certificate 
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude 
• Two years manufacturing, mechanical or technical experience is required 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, physical and background check.

*Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents

In addition, there will be exposure to allergens such as dairy, eggs, tree nuts, coconut, peanuts, wheat (gluten), soybean and cinnamon.There will also be exposure to chemicals and gasses such as ammonia.

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity, and any other legally protected characteristic. 

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the US. If you are based outside of the US and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the US Market.  

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV, latest EoY and a motivation letter.  If you have been informed that you are at risk of redundancy, please make sure to tick this box during your application. Please also attach your letter of redundancy to the application.

Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to apply for other positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

We take pleasure seriously. Join the Ice Cream team now!