Associate Operator

General Mills; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (medical, vision, and

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

General Mills in Cedar Rapids is seeking an Associate Operator earning $20.65/hour with annual pay progression. Shift differentials add $.25 on 2nd shift and $.50 on 3rd, with overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours.

The Cedar Rapids plant offers growth opportunities, competitive pay, benefits including 401(k) match and health insurance; schedules 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts; overtime and holiday pay details apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Ability to communicate in English with co-workers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and operate packaging/machinery with maintenance support.
• Calibrate processing systems to meet specifications.
• Assist in startup, changeover, and shut down of equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and training of new employees.

Skills

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

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 another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Associate Operator $20.65 per hour with annual pay progression

Shift differential Additional $.25 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift

Additional $.50 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift

Overtime pay: Time worked after 40 hours of work in any one (1) work week is paid at 1.5 times regular hourly rate of pay

Time worked on a holiday is paid at 2 times regular hourly rate of pay (if eligible for holiday pay and holiday is worked)

Why Join Our Team

The Cedar Rapids plant offers numerous growth and promotion opportunities, often promoting from within for salaried positions. The plant provides competitive pay and benefits, making it one of the highest-rated employers in the area. The plant organizes holiday dinners, family days, bring your child to work day, a summer bash with families and community involvement, and a quarter-century club celebration for employees with 25 or more years of service. Fun facts include Ashton Kutcher's previous employment at the plant and his father's 35-year tenure in the fruit department. The plant is also the sole domestic producer of Betty Crocker frosting.

What We Have to Offer

• Great paid time off benefits
• 15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually and 13 paid holidays
• 6 paid Sick and Emergency days per year
• 401(k) match
• Health Insurance- Including medical, vision, dental and life
• And much more!

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts
• 1st shift: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
• 2nd shift: 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
• 3rd shift: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am

Shift schedule of 2nd or 3rd shift to be determined during orientation and based on availability and business need.

Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Plant operation is 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Troubleshoot problems with machinery and partner with maintenance staff to resolve issues.
• Calibrate processing and packaging systems daily to meet required specifications.
• Participate in startup, changeover, and shut down of operating equipment.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance.
• Assist in training new employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a high school education or GED
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment is required
• All employees must go through a forklift certification course and are required to drive a forklift
• Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English).
• Must be able to lift up to 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
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
• 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 requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions
• Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery
• Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of manufacturing or production experience
• Forklift experience a plus
• A proven ability to manage multiple projects while performing everyday tasks is essential

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career: New possibilities. Bold thinking. Real heart. Build remarkable brands with remarkable people. At General Mills, we make food the world loves. Across 100+ markets, we come together to create, innovate and grow. Here, you’ll do meaningful work and help to lead the future of food at a company that stands for good.