Ice Cream Production Worker / AM Shift - Ben & Jerry's (Waterbury, VT)

ENGINEERINGUK; Waterbury (VT); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading ice cream manufacturer as a Production Worker in Waterbury, VT, where you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality ice cream. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement. You will be responsible for operating machinery, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring safety in the production process. Enjoy daily perks like free ice cream and discounts at local attractions. If you're ready to be part of a passionate team committed to quality and fun, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Reimbursement

Paid Leaves

Quarterly Bonus Payouts

Free Ice Cream Daily

Qualifications

• Ability to utilize PPE and lift heavy items is essential.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of machine operations required.

Responsibilities

• Perform various ice cream production processes and equipment setup.
• Maintain clean and sanitized process areas while ensuring safety.

Skills

Knowledge of PPE usage

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Basic computer skills

Understanding of machine operations

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial cleaning chemicals

Automated computer systems

Job description

Ice Cream Production Worker / AM Shift - Ben & Jerry's (Waterbury, VT)

Production Worker

Location: Waterbury, VT

AM Shift Hours: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm

Shift Pattern: 2/2/3

Pay Rate - $22.32 with an additional $0.50 shift adjustment for the 12 AM shift assignment. Paid Weekly.

Benefit Overview

• Direct hire, full-time position with a full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit sharing, Tuition/Fitness reimbursement, Paid leaves, Quarterly Bonus payouts, etc.)
• Benefits effective the first day of hire (where applicable)
• FREE pints of ice cream daily / Vermont Attractions Discounts / Patagonia & PrAna Partnership discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Uniforms and PPE provided by the company
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Background & Purpose of the Job

Ben & Jerry's produces super premium ice cream known for its high quality and unique add-ins ranging from large chunks of bakery items, chocolate, nuts, sauces and candy pieces, all with their own quirky memorable names. We make the best possible ice cream in the nicest way possible. It takes a variety of people and disciplines to deliver a taste bud-boggling odyssey great enough to take you all the way to the state of euphoria.

Our Vermont Manufacturing team is currently looking for Production Workers to support our Waterbury factory in performing various functions in the ice cream production process to ensure safe operation of the machinery, with a focus on producing quality product.

Who You Are & What You'll Do

• Perform the various ice cream production processes
• Equipment setup and flavor changeovers
• Operate as a business unit and understand quality, cost, downtime, safety and efficiency
• Perform preventative maintenance and CIP as part of the standard process
• Use the automated computer systems to manage the quality, efficiency and downtime in the process
• Troubleshoot and fix equipment and quality related process problems
• Maintain a clean and sanitized process area
• Lead projects and document results
• Participate fully on the team: listen, communicate, teach, share knowledge, give feedback, support other team members and be willing to work until the job is done
• Consistently demonstrate safe work behaviors and actively support company safety goals
• Work in a manufacturing environment and be exposed to mechanical operations and cleaning and caustic solutions
• Other duties as assigned

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

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Knowledge to properly utilize PPE such as ear protection, safety glasses, hard hats, boots, gloves, face shields and uniforms
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Able to read and understand product specifications
• Ability to complete job related documentation
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work with and around industrial strength cleaning chemicals to perform COP related tasks
• Ability to understand general machine operations including LOTO, basic troubleshooting skills and light lubrication
• Ability to create, write and deliver training related to specific positions
• Ability to perform CIP related tasks as needed per position

Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment drug-screening results and background investigation.

Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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].