Ice Cream Maintenance Technician (Ben & Jerry's) Waterbury VT

Maintenance/ Controls Technician I / II

Location - Waterbury, VT

AM Shift Hours: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm Shift Pattern: 2/2/3

Base Pay rate $26.68 - $30.55 with an additional $0.50 shift adjustment for the 12 shift assignments | Weekly Pay Periods

Benefit Overview:

• These are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit sharing, Tuition/Fitness reimbursement, Paid leaves, Qrtly Bonus payouts, etc.)
• Benefits are effective the first day of hire (where applicable)
• FREE pints of ice cream daily / Vermont Attractions Discounts / Patagonia & PrAna Partnership discounts
• Uniforms and PPE provided by the company
• C areer 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 and deliver a taste bud-boggling odyssey great enough to take you all the way to the state of euphoria.

Who You Are & What You'll Do

The Maintenance Technician I / II will maintain, monitor, and repair facilities/manufacturing equipment to ensure their reliable and safe operation

• Plan, perform and/or oversee preventive maintenance on equipment
• Plan and perform routine system evaluations of mechanical equipment, identifying performance trends or issues and recommending course of action
• Resolve equipment malfunctions by evaluating performance breakdowns, identifying root cause and taking corrective action
• Design and fabricate changes to equipment to enhance process performance
• Interpret and ensure compliance with building codes and regulations on projects
• Participate on project teams comprised of Engineering, R&D personnel, contractors and vendors to introduce new processes and/or equipment
• Draft procedures and manuals for preventive maintenance of process systems and equipment
• Ensure compliance with GMPs and safety policies while planning and completing projects
• Ensure that our required safety practices are being followed at all times by contractors performing work
• Active participation and development in WCM methodology
• Develop and conduct training modules
• All other assigned duties

In addition, there will be exposure to allergens, including but not limited to dairy, eggs, tree nuts, coconut, peanuts, wheat (gluten), soybean and cinnamon.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills required
• Welding and fabricating skills strongly preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory codes sufficient to ensure compliance with industry and company standards
• Basic project management skills sufficient to effectively work cross-functionally with other departments to adhere to timelines
• Experience working in a maintenance shop, using power tools, bench tools, and other various machinery
• Willingness to work on the manufacturing floor--to be exposed to mechanical operations and cleaning/caustic solutions
• Basic computer skills; including ability to utilize email and MS Excel and to access work orders
• Required to occasionally lift 50 lbs

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening, which may include drug screening 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.

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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.

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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 [email protected] . 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.