Maintenance Storeroom Clerk

General Mills; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation (up to 120 hours)

11 paid company holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, life insurance

Job summary

General Mills Geneva is seeking a Maintenance Storeroom Clerk to manage parts room operations, control inventory, and ensure CMMS accuracy. The role supports technicians and shift supervisors, ordering or repairing parts as required and receiving shipments.

You will participate in monthly inventories, coordinate with vendors for pricing, and help train new staff. The position offers $25.23/hour starting pay, plus a $2.00/night differential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient in English communication.
• Experience in storeroom/parts management and inventory preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate in varied conditions.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for parts room development and control, inventory accuracy with CMMS.
• Order or repair parts generated by CMMS for technicians and shifts.
• Receive replacement parts and shipments of machinery.
• Conduct monthly and annual inventories.
• Research vendors for competitive pricing and document findings.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Storeroom management

Inventory control

CMMS

English communication

Forklift certification

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWWe 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 OVERVIEWMaintenance Storeroom ClerkStarting Pay: $25.23 per hour$2.00 per hour shift differential for night shift12-hour shiftWhy Join Our TeamOur Geneva facility, located in the western Chicago suburbs in Kane County, joined the General Mills North America plant network in 2024. Here, we proudly produce Betty Crocker desserts, our iconic Gushers and Fruit Snacks. Our team is driven by being humble, hungry and smart and making a positive impact both within the company and in the local community (#StandingforGood). General Mills is dedicated to employee growth. If you're looking for a safety-first environment where you can develop leadership skills, expand technical capabilities, and drive results, then GMI Geneva is an excellent place to build your career.What We Have to Offer$25.23 per hour starting payAdditional $2.00 per hour for night shiftUp to 120 hours of vacation annually11 paid company holidays401(k) with company matchMedical, dental, life insuranceCareer growth and cross-training opportunitiesYour Work Schedule and Shift Information12-hour shiftsDay shift: 5:30 am to 6:00 pmNight shift: 5:30 pm to 6:00 amShift Schedule12-hour schedule: Work repeating 3 nights on, 2 nights off, 2 nights on, 3 nights off scheduleAbility and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays and emergency eventsPlant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs part of our manufacturing team, you will:Be responsible for parts room development and control, warehouse and inventory of maintenance parts, inventory accuracy and integrity with CMMS utilizationBe responsible for ordering or repair parts generated by the CMMS system and requisitioned by technicians and shift supervisorsBe responsible for receipt of replacement parts, supplies and miscellaneous shipments of machineryBe responsible for conducting monthly and annual inventoriesResearch and communicate with external vendors for competitive pricingComplete required documentation in a timely and accurate mannerParticipate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performanceAssist in training new employeesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of a high school diploma or GEDMust 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)Experience in storeroom/parts management and inventory strongly preferredAbility to obtain and maintain forklift and/or Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV/POV) certificationBasic computer skills with the ability to use digital tools and systems to complete daily work tasksAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periodsWillingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditionsAbility to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platformsAbility to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standardsAbility 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 allergensPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSManufacturing or production experienceELIGIBILITYApplicants 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: