Production Operator

General Mills, Inc; Wellston (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking dedicated Production Operators to join their team in Wellston, OH. This role offers the chance to contribute to the creation of beloved food products, including pizza and pizza rolls, in a dynamic and supportive environment. With a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement, you'll engage in hands-on tasks that challenge you while working with advanced technology. Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career in a facility that values its employees and fosters a culture of appreciation and support. If you're ready to make a difference and develop valuable skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Vacation and personal days

401(k) match up to 6%

Health Insurance

On-site Fitness Center

On-site Health Clinic

Paid time off benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in manufacturing or consistent job history.
• Proficiency in standard computer software.

Responsibilities

• Support production packaging and processing operations.
• Troubleshoot machinery and collaborate with maintenance.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Team Collaboration

Technical Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Standard Computer Software

Job description

Job Description

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too. 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.

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Production Operator - Wellston, OH

As part of the manufacturing group, you will be responsible for supporting production packaging and processing operations, sanitation, and participation in the startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment.

Shift hours:

• Hiring for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• 8 to 12-hour shift availability
• 2^nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm
• 3^rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days per week
• Please note: Department schedules vary, so we'll discuss your specific work week during the onboarding process. Some schedules may include up to six days a week.

Pay:

• Starting pay between $20.85 and $22.35 per hour
• Progression increases up to $23.15 per hour
• Additional $0.25 per hour for hours worked on 2nd and 3rd shift

Benefits:

• Vacation and personal days available in the first year
• Great paid time off benefits
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Health Insurance- Including medical, dental and life
• On-site Fitness Center
• On-site Health Clinic
• And much more!

About our Location:

Our manufacturing facility in Wellston, OH, is the heart of Totino's! It's the only place in the world where Totino's pizza and pizza rolls are made. Our plant fosters a strong support culture, hosting regular company events, dinners, and a week-long employee appreciation celebration every summer.

Our Products:

Totino's pizza and pizza rolls.

What your day will look like:

• Creating high quality foods that are eaten EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDE
• Using TECHNOLOGY in an industry-leading facility
• Working with experienced operators eager to pass down knowledge to willing learners
• Challenging yourself to get the job done right and gain valuable skills
• Troubleshooting machinery and collaborating with maintenance
• Calibrating processing and packaging systems daily
• Participating in startup, changeover, and shutdown of equipment
• Engaging in continuous improvement initiatives
• Training new employees

What you have to offer:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years experience in manufacturing/production or consistent job history
• Proficiency in standard computer software

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting
• Work at heights using stairs, ladders, lifts, or platforms
• Wear protective clothing and equipment
• Adhere to grooming standards for food safety
• Work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, and wet environments
• Work around high-speed machinery
• Work with allergens present in food environments

Company Overview

We aim to make food the world loves and to be a force for good, fostering learning, exploring new perspectives, and reimagining possibilities. We seek bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge and grow together. To lead in food, we surround ourselves with hungry-for-what's-next individuals.