Bisquick Packaging Technician

General Mills, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. in Kansas City is hiring a Bisquick Packaging Technician for an on-site manufacturing role. You will operate and learn packaging equipment, perform quality and safety checks, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced food production environment.

Starting pay is $26.80 per hour with shift premium on 2nd/3rd shifts, overtime opportunities, and strong benefits. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in diverse conditions, including hot or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of machine operating experience.
• Ability to follow safety and grooming standards.
• Reliable communication with coworkers and supervisors in English.

Responsibilities

• Learn and operate Bisquick production equipment, including packaging lines.
• Perform preventive and reactive maintenance within capability and assist higher-level tasks.
• Conduct HACCP, seal tests, weight tests, code dating, metal detector, and check weigher checks.
• Maintain documentation and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Machine operation

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Bisquick Packaging TechnicianApply: On-Site: Kansas City Mill: Full time: Posted Today: 10131094**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** * **Bisquick Packaging Technician*** Starting Pay: $26.80/hour* Progressive pay increases* 8-hour shifts **Why Join Our Team**At our Kansas City manufacturing site, we produce Bisquick and Gold Medal Flour while offering job growth opportunities across most departments. The plant fosters a collaborative, relationship-driven culture, includes an on-site employee club, and celebrates employees with holiday dinners, as well as Christmas & Thanksgiving ham and turkey distributions. Employees also enjoy access to events like Chiefs and Royals games, dinner theaters, plays, and World of Fun, with some tickets provided to each employee. **What We Have to Offer*** **$26.80/hour starting pay** + $0.55/hour additional pay for 2nd shift & 3rd shift* $29.14 per hour, after full completion of required trainings (4-12 months on average)* Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually, everyone starts with 10 days* 11 paid company holidays* 401(k) with company match* Medical, dental, life insurance* Career growth and cross-training opportunities **Your Work Schedule and Shift Information*** **8-hour shifts** + 1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm + 2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm + 3rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am* Currently hiring for 2nd or 3rd shift* Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed* Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week **KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**As part of our manufacturing team, you will:* Be responsible for learning and operating all equipment within the Bisquick production process, including processing, packaging, and bulk ingredient unloading. Equipment includes baggers, case packers, and cartoners.* Perform preventive and reactive maintenance activities within capabilities on Bisquick production equipment and assist maintenance as needed with higher-level tasks, including work order creation and defect identification.* Perform all necessary quality checks of the products produced in the Bisquick department, including HACCP checks, seal tests, weight tests, code dating, metal detector, check weigher, in-line magnets, and code dater checks.* Maintain written documentation.* Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance.* Assist in training new employees **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** High school diploma or GED* At least 2 years of machine operating experience* 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)* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs* Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods* Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions* Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms* Ability to perform confined space entry in accordance with required safety procedures and training* Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards* Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment – PPE), such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)* Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*** At least 2 years of mechanical and/or technical experience in manufacturing or related industry* At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment**ELIGIBILITY**Applicants must meet minimum age qualifications in the country in which the job is located.