Ice Cream Facilities Technician

Location: Covington, TN

Pay Range: $30.30 per hour + $2 night shift differential

Paid Bi-Weekly - Performance Bonus Eligible

At The Magnum Ice Cream Company, we don’t just make ice cream—we create moments of joy. As the world’s largest ice cream company, we craft iconic brands like Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Klondike, Popsicle, Talenti, and more. Our factory teams are the heart of this success, working with speed, precision, and pride to deliver quality products enjoyed worldwide. If you’re bold, hardworking, and ready to grow, we offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive environment where your effort makes a real impact. Join us and help shape the future of ice cream because life tastes better when you’re part of something extraordinary.

JOB PURPOSE:

This position works independently to ensure timely, effective coverage of basic facilities maintenance functions within the plant. The role provides technical process support throughout the facilities and assists with production maintenance troubleshooting and repairs as needed. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with all levels of plant personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general facilities maintenance, including painting, drywall repair, grouting, basic electrical repair (up to 480v), plumbing, HVAC filter replacement, and ceiling grid repair.
• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements and recommend continuous improvement ideas.
• Complete and file all required logs and work orders in the site CMMS system.
• Observe all safety guidelines, company rules, and GMPs during work.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
• Help coordinate weekend maintenance functions, including manufacturing and utilities.
• Operate forklifts, boom lifts, and scissor lifts safely and maintain certifications.
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments ranging from -20°F to 105°F.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure readiness for upcoming work orders.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Love About his job:

Medical, Dental, Vision effective day 1 | 401K | Profit Sharing | Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement | Paid Leaves | Quarterly Bonus Payouts | Uniforms and PPE provided| Career Advancement Opportunities | Company Store | On-site Gym

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Skills & Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to learn all functions of the job within a reasonable amount of time.
• Ability to work various hours and shifts (8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts) and overtime as needed.
• Ability to stoop, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds several times per hour.
• Basic facilities maintenance experience required.
• Ability to become HAZWOPER and NFPA 70E certified.
• Certified on forklifts and man lifts.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.

Additional Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and follow written instructions, complete simple reports, and communicate effectively with team members.
• Basic math skills for measurements, percentages, and ratios.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to interpret technical documents such as blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to inspect components for proper dimensions and alignment.
• Comfortable working with tools and equipment, requiring good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to hear machinery sounds and distinguish colors for wiring and components.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Working Environment:

Variable, consisting of office areas, mix rooms, and manufacturing floors. Potential hazards include proximity to moving machinery, chemical exposure, and heavy lifting. PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and sanitary footwear. Exposure to allergens (dairy, eggs, nuts, wheat, soy) and chemicals such as ammonia is possible.

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the US. If you are based outside of the US and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the US Market.

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.

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.
 

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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.

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