Automation Technician Specialist

We are a leading ice‑cream company with 19,000 expert colleagues and iconic brands such as Wall’s, Cornetto, and Ben & Jerry’s. The role

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our 24/7 shift team, ensuring the reliability and continuous operation of our industrial production plants.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, electronic and automation faults (PLCs, drives/inverters, sensors and actuators)
• Execute corrective maintenance interventions and support preventive and predictive maintenance activities
• Ensure safe working conditions by applying HSE standards and lockout/tagout procedures
• Maintain accurate shift reports, including interventions, root causes and downtime tracking, ensuring structured handovers
• Support production line restart after stoppages, minimizing downtime
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including fault analysis, standardization and reliability enhancement
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to optimize plant performance and operational continuity

• Has solid experience in industrial electrical/electronic maintenance (3–5 years) and can operate confidently in production environments with complex automation systems
• Brings strong technical skills in PLC systems (preferably Siemens), electrical diagram reading, and drives/inverters (Siemens, ABB, Nidec, Lenze, etc.), including basic programming and troubleshooting
• Thinks end‑to‑end and takes ownership for plant reliability, safety and performance
• Is comfortable working in a fast‑moving, shift‑based (24/7) industrial environment
• Values collaboration, clear communication and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset
• Demonstrates autonomy, flexibility and a strong team‑oriented approach
• Has a technical diploma (or equivalent), with electromechanical knowledge; familiarity with robotic/anthropomorphic systems is a plus

• Market‑competitive pay (range: €33,285 - €37,000) and performance‑related rewards
• Flexible ways of working in a shift‑based environment
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• The chance to be part of a unique mix of global scale and entrepreneurial spirit, building a high‑growth ice‑cream business

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.