Manufacturing & Engineering Associate - Campus Recruiting

General Mills, Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. is offering a Manufacturing & Engineering Associate rotational program in the United States.

The 18-month program focuses on developing technical skills and people leadership across manufacturing and engineering, with placements in one manufacturing plant location and potential relocation to another site. The MEA program prepares graduates for full-time leadership roles, with opportunities for capital projects, start-ups and initiative leadership within a plant.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering degree in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Food Process, or Biological/Biosystems/Agricultural or related degree.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Milling Science, Food Science, or related degree for MEA Milling roles.
• Graduating in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027.

Responsibilities

• Build capability through exposure and ownership of processing, packaging and broad manufacturing systems.
• Gain front line exposure to 24/7 production to drive improvements and reduce losses.
• Learn from and lead Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow coaching and people-development skills.
• Manage programs to gain experience of capital project ownership, new system startups or initiative leadership.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Engineering degree

Milling Science / Food Science degree

Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 graduation

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.

Manufacturing & Engineering Associate

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF MANUFACTURING AT GENERAL MILLS?

General Mills' Supply Chain is one of the most respected supply chains in the industry today. Manufacturing is the sub-function of Global Supply Chain that makes food the world loves. Manufacturing takes raw materials and transforms them into the products we sell to customers. Products are packaged in a variety of formats for sale to grocery, clubs, and food service.

WHAT WILL I DO?

• Building your capability through exposure and ownership of processing, packaging and broad manufacturing systems.
• Gaining front line exposure to 24/7 production to leverage problem solving and learning agility while driving improvements and eliminating losses.
• Learning from and leading Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow your coaching, team building and people-development skill set.
• Managing programs to gain experiences of capital project ownership, new system startups and / or initiative leadership.

The fast-paced MEA full-time rotational program consists of 18 months of development, focused on preparing MEAs for technical skill development and people leadership experiences in both Manufacturing and Engineering. MEAs will be placed in one manufacturing plant location for the duration of the program. At their program's completion, MEAs will be placed into a full-time role in manufacturing leadership or engineering based on a combination of business need and personal interest. Typically, this placement is within the same facility that the MEA completes their program in; but the opportunity to relocate to another manufacturing site is possible.

WHERE WILL I WORK?

You will be placed at one of our manufacturing plant locations nationwide.

IS THIS YOU?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering degree in: Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Food Process, or Biological/Biosystems/Agricultural or related degree
• Qualifications for MEA Milling roles: Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Milling Science, Food Science, or related degree
• Graduating in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong academic record
• Strong interpersonal skills, high learning agility, analytical and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated people, technical, and process leadership skills, with a proactive approach to taking initiative and contributing to team success

HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?

• Start Date of February 2027 or July 2027
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

The base salary for this position is $83,000.General Mills is committed to providing fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, performance, and academic background. Beyond your salary, you'll receive a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and eligibility for our annual incentive program
• A strong retirement program with a generous 401(k) match and company contribution.
• Modern health plans and resources for physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• A robust time-off program for a healthy work-life balance
• Extensive training and development programs for career growth

We believe in investing in our employees and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Benefits may vary by role,locationandotheremploymentstatusfactors.

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.

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 ACCOMODATION REQUEST

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