Automation Technician Specialist

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.  

Looking for Your Dream Job? 

Join The Magnum Ice Cream Company!  

Ice Cream Automation Technician Specialist  

Scope: Temporary 

 Location: Caivano Factory , Italy 

Terms & Conditions: Full Time    

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: 

Maintenance technician operating on a 24/7 shift, with at least 3/5 years' experience in the field of electrical/electronic maintenance on industrial production plants and in the management/intervention on complex automation systems. 

The resource will be responsible for ensuring the operational continuity of the plants during the shift, intervening promptly in the event of failures and supporting activities to improve the reliability and safety of the production lines. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Diagnosis and resolution of electrical/electronic faults and on automation systems (PLCs, inverters/drives, sensors/actuators).  Execution of corrective interventions and support for preventive/predictive maintenance in collaboration with the maintenance team.  Securing the intervention area and compliance with HSE and lockout/tagout procedures where required.  Updating of shift reports (interventions performed, causes, downtime) and structured handover.  Support for line start-up after stops and participation in continuous improvement activities (reduction of downtime, standardization, fault analysis). 

The profile is completed by: operational autonomy, aptitude for problem solving, ability to work in a team and availability to work in shifts (H24/7) and availability, if required 

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Reading of electrical diagrams 
• Basic electromechanics / electromechanical drives 
• PLC systems (mainly Siemens). Knowledge of basic languages and the ability to perform fault finding/simple SW modifications are required 
• inverters/drives of the main brands (SIEMENS, NIDEC, ABB, Lenze, etc.). The ability to program/commission inverters/drives is required, as well as knowledge of feedback systems. 
• knowledge, even basic, of anthropomorphic systems is appreciated 
• A high school diploma is required, preferably with a technical focus and proven experience in the field of industrial production 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: 

• A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9 bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up.  
• Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth.  
• A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact. 
• A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. 

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. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

The Magnum Ice Cream Company embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.   

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position  

Disclaimer  

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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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 and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

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