On-the-Floor Manufacturing Process & Packaging Engineer

General Mills, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. in Joplin, MO, is seeking a Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineer to provide hands-on technical leadership. The role focuses on daily on-the-floor problem solving, safety culture, and building the team’s capability in 4M operations.

This entry-level path supports the platform’s foundational systems and drives continuous improvement across packaging and processing. The successful candidate will develop practical knowledge of unit operations, data metrics, and

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field required, or extensive equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of related experience in manufacturing/process industries.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and unit operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with Food Safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and solve on-the-floor production issues and losses.
• Develop and implement loss elimination and process improvement tasks.
• Support Start-up and capability building on the platform.
• Engage with operators and maintenance to improve performance and data literacy.

Skills

Safety leadership

Troubleshooting on floor

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Manufacturing Analytics

MQIS

Job description

General Mills, Inc. in Joplin, MO, is seeking a Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineer to provide hands-on technical leadership. The role focuses on daily on-the-floor problem solving, safety culture, and building the team’s capability in 4M operations.

This entry-level path supports the platform’s foundational systems and drives continuous improvement across packaging and processing. The successful candidate will develop practical knowledge of unit operations, data metrics, and