Process Technologist – Mechanical Fitter & Pilot Plant Operator

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Process Technologist – Mechanical Fitter & Pilot Plant Operator Process Technologist – Mechanical Fitter & Pilot Plant Operator Apply locations Minto, Australia time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: March 24, 2025 (11 days left to apply) job requisition id R-49896 Who we are? If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s. We are looking for a Process Technologist - Mechanical Fitter & Pilot Plant Operator who will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, improvement and repair of equipment within the R&D pilot plant which supports the delivery of the complete R&D program agenda. You will have end to end accountability for the pilot plant equipment, operation of trials, organisation, safety and hygiene standards of the plant. Role Responsibilities: Knowledge and application of technical skills to operate, maintain, improve and repair equipment. Requires a high level of mechanical competence, understanding the principles of mechanism and motion and able to conduct machinery repairs and adjustments. Understand and conduct complex fault finding and repairs. Monitor and evaluate the condition of equipment, machinery and components using instruments and diagnostic techniques. Responsible for the maintenance of equipment within the pilot plant including but not limited to; ice cream mix plant, freezers, pilot plant manufacturing lines including tub and extrusion, chocolate dipping systems, homogenisers, aging tanks, glycol system and small scale mixing systems. Leads pilot plant trials, set up of equipment, establishes operating settings and provides recommendations for operating parameters as well as areas for improvement. Support the design, modification, and development of world class factory processes for the manufacture of innovations within the pilot plant. Ensuring the safe & effective design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of pilot plant facilities. Identify improvements and changes to the pilot plant that will increase functionality, improve safety and efficiency. Ensure the timely and effective communication & resolution and troubleshooting of issues affecting pilot trials. Manages pilot plant equipment services with contractors and service providers. Required to update the service and maintenance register. Ensures SOP’s and Risk Assessments are in place. Maintains the pilot plant fitter workshop. General responsibilities include; ensuring pilot plant is tidy, organised and to 5S standards, ensuring the pilot plant is clean and free from hygiene hazards. Responds to urgent pilot plant equipment maintenance when required. Training of new and existing R&D personnel in the safe operation of pilot plant facilities. Key point of contact for pilot plant related matters. Hands-on experimental work in the Minto R&D Pilot Plant - manufacturing Ice cream products to generate new insights. What You Will Need to Succeed Experiences & Qualifications Required: Core Engineering Skills – Background in Maintenance, Bench fitting and/or machining to operate at Maintenance Fitter/Mechanical Fitter level – minimum of 4 years’ experience required. Experience of working as part of an extended team within the manufacturing sector. Understanding or certificate in pneumatics. Restricted electrical licence preferred (but not essential). Background and or knowledge of ice cream manufacturing. Experience of working in laboratories, pilot plant or factory environments. Experience in Project Management & achieving timeline deadlines. Desired: Strong communication skills. Comfortable working with equipment & machinery. Comfortable operating ice cream machinery. Enjoys a hands-on practical working environment. Able to work as part of a supportive processing team. Eager to learn. Inquisitive mindset & positive, proactive can-do attitude. Make no mistake we expect a lot from our people as they do of us. So, if you can rise to the challenge, don't waste any time - apply now! Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! #J-18808-Ljbffr