General Production Operator

General Mills, Inc; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Company holidays

401(k) with company match

Career growth and cross-training

Job summary

General Mills in Green Bay, WI is hiring a General Production Operator. The role involves working on the production line to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality food production. Starting pay is $18.30 per hour with a $2.00 per hour differential for 3rd shift.

The job includes extensive safety requirements, line sanitation, and adherence to GMP/PPE protocols. The position offers vacation time, company holidays, a 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for growth and cross-training.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of English or Spanish for safety instructions and team communication.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally; stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods.
• Comfortable around high-speed machinery and in hot or cold, fast-paced conditions.
• Able to follow GMP/PPE requirements and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate on a fast-paced production line performing diverse tasks.
• Label boxes and bags accurately.
• Participate in fair and consistent line rotations.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work area; care for equipment.
• Follow SOPs and complete required documentation.
• Assist in training new employees and be flexible to support other areas.

Skills

English/Spanish communication

Physical stamina

PPE awareness

Safety-minded

Job description

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 Operator
• Starting Pay: $18.30/hour
  • $2.00/hour additional shift differential pay (3rd shift)
• The General Production Operator (GP) plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of food products within our manufacturing environment.
• This position involves working directly on the production line, performing a variety of essential tasks, supporting thorough line cleanup and sanitation, and strictly adhering to all safety, food safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• This role is integral to maintaining our commitment to product excellence and operational integrity.

Why Join Our Team

Located in Green Bay, Wisconsin just minutes from the Fox River and home to the Green Bay Packers and historic Lambeau Field. Green Bay is the flagship city and economic hub of northeastern Wisconsin known for walking and biking trails with scenic views. Our manufacturing site is one of the most diverse plants. If you ask our employees what they value about our Green Bay site you will hear about our employee appreciation days, employee service awards, and employee giveaways.

General Mills encourages growth for our employees. If you want to be part of a team that will learn and grow, develop leadership skills, drive results quickly, work within a safety-first mindset, and expand your technical capabilities, then GMI is a great place to start!

What We Have to Offer

• $18.30/hour starting pay
  • $2.00/hour additional pay for 3rd shift
• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually (depending on schedule)
• 11 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM or 10:30 PM - 6:30 PM
• * Hours can vary by duty; occasional weekends and holidays may be required
• Saturday and Sunday are part of the required work schedule with 1 to 2 days off during the week
• 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:

• Operate effectively in a fast-paced production line environment, performing diverse tasks such as bagging, stacking, counting products, placing doughballs on spotters, feeding paper, operating a bandsaw, boxing finished products, and placing cases on pallets
• Accurately label boxes and bags
• Actively participate in a fair and consistent line rotation to perform various job tasks efficiently
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment at all times
• Ensure proper control and care of all assigned equipment and tools
• Execute production shutdown procedures and comprehensive clean-up of the food production line
• Perform cleaning and sanitation of production areas and equipment using appropriate cleaning solutions and hand tools, following established protocols
• Strictly adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
• Comply with all company safety rules, regulations, and complete necessary documentation
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, both written and verbal
• Clean and operate all equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Assist in the training and onboarding of new employees, fostering a supportive team environment
• Be willing and able to assist in other areas of the plant as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic understanding of English or Spanish for safety instructions and team communication
• Physical capability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally, and perform tasks requiring standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting for extended periods
• Comfortable working at heights (up to 10 ft), around high-speed machinery, and in hot or cold, fast-paced conditions
• Ability to work in an environment with common food allergens
• 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)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Manufacturing or production experience

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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