MHC Machine Operator

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Ice Cream Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Gloucester

Department: Factory

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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!  

JOB PURPOSE: 

The range of Machine Operator roles varies between categories and technologies, but generally sits within the Filling, Forklift and Material &

Waste Transfer, Mixer, Packing & Reporting Job Families.

The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe operation of production equipment to deliver customer requirements through completion of

the production plan, adhering to quality standards and maximising cost effectiveness, optimal running and equipment efficiency. She/he is

expected to carry out Autonomous Maintenance such as Cleaning Lubrication and inspection activities and record any issues/problems with the

equipment which cannot be resolved by themselves to pass to the Technical Operator to resolve. The Machine Operator should master the

operation of a series of production machines within a complete production unit in order to provide factory resilience – this includes set-up, start-

up, running, basic issue resolution, changeovers, cleaning (including allergens), inspection, shutdown & general safe working.

Key Skills and Responsibilities:

-Technical - Knowledge and application of technical skills to operate machinery safely and effectively in order to meet the production

plan. Conduct inspections, cleaning and lubrication as required.

o Possesses a basic knowledge of the principals of mechanism, motion and pneumatics.

o Work to and maintain cleaning and checking standards of machinery responsible for.

o Understands properties of materials being handled; performs correct adjustment and setting.

o Proactively works with Professional Maintenance and Quality Control staff to reduce breakdowns and defects.

o Carry out product and process changeovers/washouts to maintain quality standards whilst minimising the impact to the

production plan.

-Operational Activities:

o Start-Up/Shutdown procedures - Carries out pre-start-up checks to ensure that the area and equipment is clean and is in a safe

condition. Shuts down machines & equipment and the area.

o Changeovers – carries out changeovers between products in line with defined standards.

o Inspection & Issue Resolution – inspecting machines in operation and solving issues that arise to keep the machine running

optimally.

o Cleaning – Keep area & machines clean and tidy in line with defined standards.

o Material Availability - Provides a continuous supply of appropriate packaging & raw material from local storage areas to the

machine.

o Administration – Conducts effective hand-over activities and records accurately events that have occurred during shift (cases

packed/rejects etc)

-Safety – Working knowledge of the workplace and the hazards within it. Utilise appropriate safety and environmental procedures relating to the Sourcing Unit and allocated equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team. Machine operators are expected to raise SHE occurrences encountered on shift via safety tags, near miss forms, accident reports and other mechanisms where appropriate.

-Workplace Hazards - Full knowledge of workplace and hazards within it. Utilise appropriate safety and environmental procedures for

people, processes, materials, products and equipment relevant to the tasks in your area.

-Environment / Waste - Reduce costs due to waste and minimise impact to health, safety and the environment through working to eliminate waste and through the correct management of waste and hazardous materials. Non-conformances to waste standards must be escalated via appropriate supervisory channel.

-Quality - Monitors quality against set standards and reports any product, hygiene and packaging faults. Detects process abnormalities quickly and takes emergency action to prevent them. Machine operators are expected to raise quality non- conformances / risks encountered on shift via appropriate mechanisms.

- Continuous Improvement – Knowledge and understanding of the key principles of continuous improvement and an awareness of the tools used to identify and prioritise time, cost and waste losses in the production area and eliminate them; role requires data collection. Monitor measures and performance after initial improvements and take further action as required.

- Problem Solving – A Working Knowledge of how to identify, prioritise and address problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence. Must demonstrate initiative. Machine operators are expected to resolve issues in their area that are within their skillset.

- Teamwork – Must be a good team player capable of working within a highly effective team; responsible, supportive and able communicator. Machine operators are expected to be able to coordinate production activities within the team including but not limited to changeovers, setup, cleaning, shutdown.

-Training – it is expected that a machine operator will share their knowledge of their area with other team members.

- Physical Ability – Machine Operators require a level of agility to move between workstations & ascend / descend steps. Machine operators must have a level of physical capability which allows them to carry / lift loads within agreed risk assessment limits & feed materials into a machine / manually-palletise, etc. Assembly and control operations also require a level of hand eye coordination and finger dexterity. Monitoring and Quality assurance tasks require an adequate level of sight and smell. Machine operators are often required to work up to 12hrs at a time on a shift pattern including nights & must be physically capable of doing so where required.

-Technology – must be able to interact with computers & other interfaces to a basic level i.e. to input quality data, raising tags, transactional tasks with production order software, etc.

Other Requirements:

- Must be flexible to work other units / carry out other tasks where trained to do so.

Professional Qualifications:

(The minimum requirement from the JSP should be described, incl degrees/qualifications preferred, noting qualifications vary globally).

-National school leaver qualifications in Reading and Comprehension, Writing and Mathematics. This will support recording of data, analysis of machine performance and general teamwork skills with an emphasis on good communication.

Experience Required:

ESSENTIAL:

-Basic mechanical awareness of the principles for factory automation.

-Can maintain focus and discipline for the task whilst demonstrating good problem-solving skills to protect output targets.

-Have strong team-working skills and be willing to share their knowledge with colleagues and co-ordinate activities within their

skillset.

- IT Skills – Competent in the use of Machine data and control systems that record Material Movement, Losses and Quality.

PREFERRED / DESIRABLE:

-Experience as a Machine Operator.

-Experience of manufacturing in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Company.

-Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude to progress onto the Unilever Technical Operator Curriculum (Entry, Developing and Full

level).