Elevator Technician

General Mills Operations, LLC.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay: $25.62/hour

Vacation up to 120 hours annually

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, life insurance

Career growth and cross-training

Job summary

General Mills is seeking a General Production Associate at our Kansas City manufacturing site. The role offers 8-hour rotating shifts with a starting pay of $25.62/hour and opportunities for growth through cross-training and training completion milestones.

Responsibilities include operating grain-handling equipment, unloading and documenting materials, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of mechanical and/or technical experience in manufacturing or related industry.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts and handle physical tasks.
• Strong communication in English with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Follow department safety guidelines and use PPE.
• Position railcars using Shuttle Wagon and unload grain into receiving pit.
• Assist with unloading trucks and grain-receiving activities.
• Enter grain, truck, and railcar data into the Unified Grain System (UGS) and verify accuracy.
• Complete required paperwork and data entry.
• Perform sanitation and routine maintenance checks on equipment.
• Provide coverage for other positions as needed and train new employees.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Technical experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Unified Grain System (UGS)

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

General Production Associate
Starting Pay: $25.62/hour
8-hour rotating 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

• Starting pay: $25.62/hour
• Pay increases to $25.91 per hour after full completion of required trainings (1.5 years on average)
• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually (depending on schedule)
• 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 Monday-Friday
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Follow all department safety guidelines, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and lockout procedures
• Position railcars using the Shuttle Wagon and unload grain into the receiving pit
• Assist with unloading trucks and other grain-receiving activities
• Enter required grain, truck, and railcar information into the Unified Grain System (UGS) and verify information for accuracy
• Complete required paperwork, data entry, and other documentation
• Perform sanitation throughout the grain elevator facility, including sweeping, shoveling, vacuuming, and other tasks in accordance with the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)
• Monitor equipment and perform routine maintenance checks on the Shuttle Wagon, dust collectors, hydraulic car door opener, and other assigned equipment
• Maintain proper fluid levels and complete minor maintenance on the Shuttle Wagon
• Complete minor repairs within the scope of the position and communicate maintenance needs or generate work orders when additional repairs are required
• Complete required training and learn the next position in the Elevator department’s line of progression
• Provide coverage for the Spouter position as needed
• Assist other areas of the department and perform additional duties as assigned
• Assist in training new employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of mechanical and/or technical experience in manufacturing or related industry
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts
• 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 follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
• Ability to wear such as 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

• Manufacturing or production experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing/production environment

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.

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