Production Technician

“We lead with safety and value people first. Always” The health and safety of our employees – and the food we make – is our top priority. We were an early adopter in instituting protection measures in our plants during the pandemic and continue to implement a number of safety precautions to protect our employees. ARE YOU HUNGRY FOR WHAT&039;S NEXT? We are looking for team members who come to the table with a shared passion for making food the world loves. As a part of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for the operation of various processing and packaging equipment systems throughout the Baking Mix Department including assisting the production lines to operate at optimal performance (while producing amazing flavors of Betty Crocker baking mixes). Pay Rate$22.58 per hour Shift differential Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift ($22.92 per hour) Additional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift ($22.99 per hour) Schedule: 8-hour shifts 1st shift: 7 am to 2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm 3rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am Current shift openings are 2nd and 3rd shift, working 5-6 days per week Ability and willingness to work 4 hours prior to or 4 hours after scheduled shift Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends and holidays Plant operation is 24 hours per day, up to 7 days per week Your seat at the table will include: (Duties and Responsibilities) Following all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment Leading production lines by supplying materials as needed Performing all sanitation and clean up duties Demonstrating a strong customer service mindset Performing maintenance during bottlenecks or when production lines are shut down Performing startup, changeover and shutdown of operating equipment Responsibility for executing all required HACCP food safety processes and documentation Participating in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance Attending meetings and training as required Performing additional related tasks as assigned Leading with and championing human and food safety Your recipe for success must include: (Minimum Qualifications) Must be 18 years of age or older Must have the ongoing right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship High School Diploma or GED 1 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment Effective written and oral communication skills Proficiency in basic computer skills Must be able to perform physical requirements of position with or without reasonable accommodation Must be able to lift, move, push, pull 50 lbs. as required by the position Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting over surfaces Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms Willing and able to work any shift schedule, including nights and weekends, daily overtime or overtime outside of your regular scheduled hours as required (more than 40 hours per week) Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required Willing and able to adhere to all grooming and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment Reasons you will LOVE working here: Medical, dental, vision Pension 401k and Roth 401k 6% Target Bi-annual Bonus Vacation 13 Paid Holidays Additional Programs and Life Benefits What&039;s Next Due to our automated system and software, please use an active email address when creating your login profile and screen your spam and junk mail, as our emails tend to be placed in those mailboxes. It is helpful to use General Mills as a search word in your email. Please note: You will be asked to complete as assessment after you complete your application. The entire process should take no more than 15 minutes of your time. Begin by creating an account. We&039;ll ask you to upload a resume/CV (cover letters are optional). Depending on your role of interest, you may be asked to fill out an online questionnaire for a better understanding of your career background and accomplishments. You will also be asked to complete an assessment during the apply process. Upon completion, watch for your email confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please log back into our careers website to review the status of your application ad ensure successful submission. COMPANY OVERVIEW 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&039;s next.