Food Safety and Quality Lab Technician - 2nd Shift - Cedar Rapids Plant

General Mills Operations, LLC.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Quality Lab Technician for the 2nd shift (3pm–11pm) with potential overtime.

You will support food safety and quality events, perform analytical testing, and participate in HACCP and GMP programs to ensure product quality. Qualification includes a High School Diploma with 2 years experience or an associate/bachelor's degree, plus the ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate clearly in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2 years of relevant work experience or an associate's/bachelor's degree.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while performing daily tasks.
• Our business operates in English; clear communication with peers and supervisors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for food safety and quality events and coordinate next steps.
• Perform analytical lab testing and conduct GMP and process audits.
• Enter data into Quality System databases and report monthly summaries.

Skills

Multitasking

Project management

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma + 2 years experience

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

HPLC

Titrimetry

Colorimetry

Density

Viscosity

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 Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, and Totino's pizza rolls. Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

This opening is for 2nd shift, 3pm-11pm. Flexibility in working hours may be required depending on business needs. 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. This position is overtime eligible. Shift hours (8-hour shifts): 1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm 2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm 3rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Be the first point of contact for food safety and quality events, including completing initial investigation, providing direction to the respective teams on next steps, reaching out to support as needed depending on severity of the event, and holding product as necessary
• Analytical & physical lab testing: HPLC, titrimeter, colorimeter, density, viscosity, etc.
• Conducting GMP and Process Audits in the production and storage areas of the plant
• Perform data entry into the various Quality System databases
• Responsible for reporting monthly summaries of Quality system functions
• Present training in Quality subjects to new and existing employees
• Support HACCP program to assure compliance with company policies
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends
• Support Analytical Quality Assurance program
• Support routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment
• Assist in training new employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma +2 years of relevant work experience OR an associate's/bachelor’s degree.
• A proven ability to manage multiple projects while performing everyday tasks is essential
• 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).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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 experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• Previous lab or food safety/quality department experience

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is: $48,700 - $67,100 Annual At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

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.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.

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