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

Magnum Ice Cream Co.; Waterbury (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

401K

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Paid leave

Quarterly bonus

Free ice cream

Discounts

Referral program

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Ben & Jerry’s Waterbury, VT is hiring a Production Worker for the PM shift (7:00 pm–7:30 am, 2/2/3 pattern). This full‑time role supports ice cream production, operates equipment, sets up flavor changeovers, manages quality and downtime, and uses automated systems to monitor processes and safety on the floor.

You must lift up to 50 lbs, read product specs, use PPE, and handle cleaning chemicals. Basic computer skills, LOTO understanding, troubleshooting, CIP tasks, and training others are part

Qualifications

• PPE usage and safety practices to protect self and others.
• Ability to read and interpret product specifications.
• Basic computer/terminal use for process monitoring.
• Troubleshooting equipment and quality issues on the line.
• Ability to create and deliver training related to positions.
• Commitment to safety and clean, compliant operations.
• Familiarity with CIP (clean-in-place) processes.
• Understanding of LOTO (lockout/tagout) procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform ice cream production on PM shift; operate and monitor equipment.
• Set up equipment and manage flavor changeovers.
• Maintain quality, safety, and efficiency with a focus on downtime reduction.
• Use automated systems to track quality, efficiency and downtime.
• Troubleshoot and fix equipment or process issues as they arise.
• Keep the production area clean and sanitized.
• Lead projects and document results; support team members on the line.

Skills

PPE knowledge

Reading specs

Basic computer skills

Troubleshooting

Training delivery

Safety compliance

CIP tasks

LOTO knowledge

Job description

## Ice Cream Production Worker / PM Shift - Ben & Jerry's (Waterbury, VT)Apply: Waterbury -Route 100: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 27, 2026 (27 days left to apply): R-1186986**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. Production Worker Location: Waterbury, VTPM Shift Hours: 7:00 pm - 7:30 amShift Pattern: 2/2/3 Pay Rate – $ 24.63 per hour, with an additional $0.75 shift adjustment and $3.25 shift differential for the 12hr PM shift assignments | Weekly Pay Periods Benefit OverviewThese are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package (\\*Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit sharing, Tuition/Fitness reimbursement, Paid leaves, Quarterly Bonus payouts, etc.)FREE pints of ice cream daily / Vermont Attractions Discounts / Patagonia & PrAna Partnership discountsEmployee Referral ProgramUniforms and PPE provided by the company.Career Advancement OpportunitiesBackground & Purpose of the JobBen & 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 DoPerform the various ice cream production process.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.Manufacturing environment, individual will be expected to work on the manufacturing floor 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 SucceedKnowledge 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 skillsAbility to work with and around industrial strength cleaning chemicals to perform COP related tasks.Ability to understand general machine operations including LOTO, basic trouble shooting 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.\\*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. **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. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps. If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact usat**[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.