Logistics Technician - Fork Truck Driver

General Mills Operations, LLC.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $30.15/hour

Shift differentials 2nd/3rd shift

Job summary

General Mills Buffalo plant seeks a Logistics Technician – Fork Truck Driver to load/unload trucks and railcars, operate the warehouse system, and ensure safety protocols. The role supports 24/7 operations with 1st/2nd/3rd shifts.

Starting pay is $30.15/hour with 2nd/3rd shift differentials; full benefits include paid holidays, vacation, 401(k) match, and medical coverage. Prior forklift experience and a HS diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of warehouse/forklift experience.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts.
• Must communicate in English in workplace.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and railcars safely and efficiently.
• Record metal detector, magnet checks and safety inspections.
• Operate Warehouse Management System and coordinate with Planner/Team Leader.
• Maintain cleanliness of loading areas and equipment.
• Support training of new employees and assist other plant areas.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Forklift equipment

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

Logistics Technician – Fork Truck Driver Starting Pay: $30.15/hour Shift differential pay 2nd shift & 3rd shift 8-hour rotating shifts

Why Join Our Team

The Buffalo plant produces Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Honey Nut Cheerios, Honey Nut Chex, Corn Chex, and Gold Medal Flour. Located on Buffalo’s waterfront, it offers easy access to Canada and major cities like Toronto and New York City, and supports career growth through seniority-based bidding and apprenticeship programs. The plant also builds community through events like a summer barbecue, a family picnic at a local amusement park, and a holiday dinner for all three shifts served by leadership. Employees take pride in the plant’s strong family ties, and notable history includes its former name, Cheeri-Oats, grain transport by boat, and a fire the day before it opened in 1940.

What We Have to Offer

• $30.15/hour starting pay
• $0.34/hour additional pay for 2nd shift
• $0.41/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
• Medical, dental, life insurance
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour swing shift schedule - rotation every week
• 1st shift: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
• 2nd shift: 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
• Rotation is 1 week on 1st shift, then 1 week on 2nd shift
• 3rd shift (Steady Schedule): 11:00 pm to 7:00 am
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
• Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Loading and unloading of trucks and railcars using approved tools and methods, including driver assist for mill feed loading in a safe and efficient manner.
• Includes ascending and descending ladders on railcars, trucks, loadout towers, platforms, etc.
• Perform and accurately record metal detector, magnet checks, safety checks, inspections, and other required paperwork
• Accurate, timely communication with Shop Checker, railroad, Logistics Planner and Team Leader
• Operate Warehouse Management System
• Perform sanitation, cleaning and maintaining all loading areas, including railcars and equipment
• Manage pallet count, rework, refeed processes and communications
• This position will work in the Flour Mill performing sanitation duties when the department is fully staffed
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Assist in training new employees
• Assist other plant areas as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of warehouse/forklift experience
• 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

Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred

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.

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