Millwright/Production Mechanic

General Mills; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off after 1 year

Personal holidays

Emergency days

Plant holidays

401K match

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Pension

Job summary

General Mills in Cincinnati is seeking a Millwright Mechanic to maintain and repair processing and packaging equipment on 2nd and/or 3rd shifts in a 24/7 plant operation, with 8-hour shifts, 7 days a week.

You will troubleshoot equipment, identify mechanical defects, perform preventive maintenance, participate in root-cause analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives to boost equipment reliability while adhering to food safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of manufacturing/production experience.
• Ability to communicate in English with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions.
• Forklift certification course completion and ability to drive a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while resolving equipment issues.
• Troubleshooting and repairing processing and packaging equipment.
• Identify and resolve mechanical defects and develop fixes.
• Provide technical support for equipment troubleshooting and modifications.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis to prevent recurrence of failures.
• Perform uptime and downtime preventative maintenance.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Preventive maintenance

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 OVERVIEWMillwright MechanicStarting Pay: $34.43$37.31/hour after 6 monthsAdditional $.35 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shiftAdditional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shiftOvertime PayTime worked after 8 hours of work is paid at 1.5 times regular rate of payTime worked over 40 hours in a work week is 1.5 times regular rate of payTime worked on Saturday is paid at 1.5 times regular rate of payTime worked on Sunday is paid at 2 times (double pay) regular rate of payHoliday pay (if eligible for holiday pay and holiday is worked, 2x double pay + holiday pay)Why Join Our TeamLocated in a large metropolitan city with a lot to offer, our Cincinnati manufacturing site is the sole source for many of the products made here, so you know where the product is coming from when you see it in store! At our plant, we have family-oriented culture with an open-door policy in order to connect with employees directly. To keep our employees engaged and excited we have a variety of events, such as summer events to King’s Island, the zoo, and sporting events, employee appreciation events every quarter, and volunteering activities in the community.Our Products:Only a cereal plant. Rice Chex, Wheat Chex, Fiber One, Cheerios Oat Crunch, occasionally Cookie Crisp, and soon to be adding Kix.What We Have to OfferGreat paid time off benefits5 days of PTO offered after 1st year of employment3 Personal Holidays3 Paid Emergency Days2 unpaid Emergency Days10 plant HolidaysPension401K matchHealth Insurance- Including medical, dental and lifeAnd much more!Your Work Schedule and Shift Information 8-hour shifts, 7 days a week -Currently hiring for 2nd and/or 3rd shift1st shift: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm2nd shift: 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm3rd shift: 11:00 pm to 7:00 amPlant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days per weekAbility and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidaysKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs part of our manufacturing team, you will:Working safely while resolving equipment issuesTroubleshooting and repairing all kinds of processing and packaging equipmentIdentifying and resolving mechanical defects and developing issues that will lead to equipment breakdownProviding technical support for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modificationsParticipating in Root Cause Analysis to help prevent recurrence of equipment failuresPerforming both uptime and downtime preventative maintenanceParticipate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase equipment performancePerform quality and safety checksParticipates in continuous improvement initiativesAssist in training new employeesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or GED2 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment is requiredMust 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 lbsAbility 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 allergensAll employees must go through a forklift certification course and are required to drive a forkliftELIGIBILITYApplicants 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: