Ice Cream Machine Operator (Night Shift)

The Magnum Ice Cream Company; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing

Time off

Learning & development

Free Ice Cream

401K

Safety gear provided

Company store access

Job summary

The Magnum Ice Cream Company in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Machine Operator to run production equipment and ensure quality and cost effectiveness on the line. This role supports trimming waste, improving efficiency, and maintaining safety standards on the manufacturing floor.

You will work a night shift, with pay starting at $27.68 per hour plus a $0.75 night shift differential, and potential increases with experience.

Qualifications

• Requires mechanical aptitude and ability to operate machinery.
• Must pass on-site proctored skills assessment.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to learn all job functions quickly.
• Read and record information accurately.
• Able to work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up production machinery, assemble components, sanitize lines, adjust to specs.
• Follow GMP procedures and monitor product specs (weight, size, speed, dates).
• Detect malfunctions and coordinate with supervision/maintenance.
• Supervise line work with wrappers and hand-packers; assist where needed.
• Participate in TPM and continuous improvement processes.
• Move supplies and fill in for other roles as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Skills assessment

High school diploma

Fast learner

Reading/writing

Flexible shifts

Overtime readiness

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Collaborative mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Life tastes better with ice cream

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry's, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.

We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference.

What Truly Sets Us Apart Is How We Work.

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.

We're curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

Pay Information

$27.68 + $.75 night shift differential

1 yr – 29.64 2 yr – 30.61

Shift Information

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.

The role

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, 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.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• 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.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude through experience working on machinery on satisfactory completion of technical/shop courses.
• Able to achieve a passing score on a proctored skills assessment conducted onsite is required before the final interview.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 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, 10-hour, or 12-hour shifts) as needed.
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Ability to stoop, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds several times per hour.
• Values collaboration, clarity and low‑ego ways of working

Working environment

• Variable, consisting of the office environment, the mix room, and the manufacturing floor. Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery, chemical exposure, or heavy lifting. The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time. PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection and sanitary footwear.
• 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.

What You’ll Get

Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes:

• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision effective immediately
• 401K (5% match, 4% additional after 12 months)
• Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement
• Free Ice Cream – (1 pint or 3 bars daily)
• Life Insurance
• Uniforms Provided, Safety Shoe Subsidy, Safety Glasses Discount
• Access to Company Store

Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed – both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy – and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

• Roles with real accountability and visible impact
• Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done
• Continuous learning and development as the business grows
• Reward linked to performance and contribution.

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional Information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Disclaimer

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company 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.

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

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.