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Ice Cream Process Engineer
full-timeSikeston$69k - $104k

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Location

Sikeston

Salary

$69k - $104k

Type

full-time

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The Magnum Ice Cream Company

(formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 7.9 billion publicly listed company. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.​ A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.​ Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.​ 

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.​If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! 

Background & Purpose of the Job:

As the Process Engineer you will work extensively with cross functional teams such as Quality and Engineering to identify and implement focused improvement and capital projects. You will spearhead product trials and execution including interfacing with R&D and planning for new products and/or formulation changes. You will be the liaison for BOM upgrades, formulation, and processing modifications for the factory.  You will lead the processing maintenance team and manage the reliability & spend for the maintenance program. 

What You’ll Do: 

Principal Accountabilities: 

  • Core interface/owner to address and close Waste and Loss according to the UMS prioritization process using AM, PM, FI, ENV, and Q pillar tools and methodologies, within processing department.

  • Deliver FI Initiatives and Projects to drive Waste and Losses following UMS format.

  • Responsible for tracking recipe and formulation issues to escalate to R&D and Innovation Teams external to plant.

  • Responsible for interfacing with R&D and Innovation Teams to help roll out new products or formulations changes.

  • Guidance and Process Owner of small-scale capital projects (<$500,000) for department that deliver safety, quality and productivity ambitions.

  • Primary interface with TMICC Engineering to manage and oversee EEM flow for Operations for the development and delivery of largescale capital projects (>$500,000). Scope includes TISI development, ensuring proper installation and commissioning, recipe validation/verification, and development of necessary training/communication.

  • Reliability of all processing assets to include proper function, upkeep and repair.

  • Planning, oversight and execution of all maintenance periods.

  • Create Technical Standards to ensure process stability and operator-level education.

  • Train process operators on technical standards, ingredient knowledge development, and restoration of basic conditions (stability sustainability).

  • Identify and extend good practice to other areas in facility.

  • Serve at a point person to root cause and trend 4M issues across the department.

  • Work with and lead team of department reliability specialist.

  • Work closely with Quality on daily quality issues and projects

  • May be required to present projects to staff members.

  • Safety:

    • Abide by all plant Safety, Health, & Environment (SHE) policies.

    • Attend all Safety, Health, & Environment (SHE) training.

    • Work with a positive Safety, Health, & Environment (SHE) attitude.

    • Serve on a Safety, Health, & Environment (SHE) team as assigned.

    • Be aware of plant SHE significant aspects.

    • Train all new hires on operator certified safety.

    • Participate in plant safety programs (i.e. SBO, Safety/GMP Audit)

You’re a paradox navigator: Manages multiple workstreams and manages needs of both production & innovation.

You’re a born leader: Ability to develop teams in dynamic and adaptive work industry and department.

You’re a storyteller: Coordinate and cooperate with Production teams using data to ensure best solutions for the facility for the needs of today, and future needs. 

You’re a culture & change champion: Constantly coordinates with multiple teams to ensure best solutions for our facility & employees.

What You’ll Need To Succeed: 

Knowledge and skill requirements: 

  • Excellent communication skills, technical aptitude to root cause issues and a passion for continuous improvement. 

  • Ability to work various hours and shifts (i.e., 8-hour, 10hour, or 12-hour shifts) as needed.

  • Able to work overtime and holidays when required.

  • Must be flexible within pattern of shift work to accommodate factory shutdowns, training courses etc.

  • Ability to navigate and use web-based programs such as Buildapp, Weever, Megamation, DFOS, SPC, etc.

  • Strong leadership and communication skills.

  • Ability to apply rigorous Cost Deployment and the Zero loss concept to eliminate losses utilizing UMS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2 to 4-year degree in industrial technology or related field. 

  • Demonstrated electrical/ electronic/industrial controls skills.

  • Expertise in industrial ammonia refrigeration or general refrigeration with ability to develop required skills.

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Pay: The pay range for this position is $69,360 to $104,040. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.  

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.  

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. 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.  

ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY:  

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 have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.  

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers.​ Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization :  

  • We are all about growth 

  • We operate with speed and simplicity 

  • We win together with fun 

  • We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry 

  • We care and challenge 

  • We are experts in the Ice Cream Category 

 

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? 

Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application. 

 

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

                                                                                                                                 

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ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY:

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 have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization :

· We are all about growth

· We operate with speed and simplicity

· We win together with fun

· We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry

· We care and challenge

· We are experts in the Ice Cream Category

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company 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.
 

For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.

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 your recruiter. 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.

Other facts

Tech stack
Communication Skills,Technical Aptitude,Continuous Improvement,Leadership,Cost Deployment,Zero Loss Concept,Recipe Validation,Process Stability,Safety Compliance,Project Management,Reliability Management,Team Coordination,Data Analysis,Problem Solving,Training Development,Industrial Controls,Refrigeration Expertise

About The Magnum Ice Cream Company

As from July 1, 2025, we begin operating as The Magnum Ice Cream Company, the world’s leading pure-play ice cream business in the world, a standalone business within Unilever.

Our mission is to bring the power of ice cream to more people, in more places in new and unexpected ways.

As the parent company to an eclectic and beloved range of consumer brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum, Cornetto and the heart brand (Wall’s, Ola, Miko, Lagnese and many more), we create ice cream experiences and products that invigorate the senses and explode in taste. Why? Because life tastes better with ice cream.

Website: https://corporate.magnumicecream.com/en/home.html

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Food and Beverage Services

What you'll do

  • The Process Engineer will work with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and manage product trials. They will also oversee maintenance programs and ensure the reliability of processing assets.

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