Production Technician

Why You Should Work Here

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

$500 sign-on bonus (pre-tax)!

• $300 paid on your 1st paycheck
• $200 paid upon successful completion of your orientation period (90 days)
• Repayment is required if you leave within 12 months.

Job Description

Within General Mills, our manufacturing facilities are committed to achieving zero human and food safety incidents and it is every employee’s responsibility to fully support this vision. Skilled Production Technicians are hired as members of a manufacturing team. They are responsible for the handling of ingredients, materials, and finished product within the manufacturing facility.

Schedule:

o Day Shift is 6am-6pm, Night Shift is 6pm-6am.

o Team Concept as you always work with same people.

o On-off pattern is 2 on followed by 2 off, 3 on followed by 2 off, 2 on followed by 3 off. Cycle length is 2 weeks.

o Provides 26 weekends off per year. Provides 182 days off per year not including 3 weeks’ vacation and 11 holidays.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Follow standard operating procedures to operate various pieces of high speed and/or high tech processing and packaging equipment
• Troubleshoot problems with machinery and partner with maintenance staff to resolve issues
• Calibrate processing and packaging systems daily to meet required specifications
• Participate in start-up, change over and shut down of operating equipment
• Perform change overs and End of Run cleans including disassembly and reassembly of necessary equipment
• Be responsible for executing all required HACCP/quality processes and documentation
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives in order to increase platform performance
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems in equipment operation
• Assists in training new employees
• Attend meetings and trainings as required
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned

Minimum Years of Experience

Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have the ongoing right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and a high school diploma or GED. Must have or be willing to obtain a forklift license. Proficiency in basic computer skills. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including: standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces. Willing and able to work any shift schedule, including nights and weekends. Willing and able to adhere to all safety standards and wear all necessary personal protective equipment. Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated leadership ability.

Salary or Hourly Rate

Starting pay is $17.82 per hour (+$0.80 an hour for night shift differential) during 90-day orientation. Upon successful completion of orientation period this increases to $22.28 per hour (+$0.80 an hour for night shift differential). You are eligible for overtime once you have completed 1 certification (approx. 45 days).

Benefits

Benefits start on your first day of employment and include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Legal plan
• Other benefits

Application Information

All we need is your resume to start!