Research & Development Packaging Engineer - Campus Recruiting

General Mills; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills is seeking a Research & Development Packaging Engineer in Minneapolis, MN, to create and optimize packaging processes, reduce waste, and drive innovation. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to translate consumer insights into tangible concepts and prototypes, while developing technical depth and business acumen through digital tools.

The role emphasizes leadership, adaptability, and strong communication as you engage across functions to deliver

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic projects, extracurricular activities, or previous work experiences.

Responsibilities

• Create new, improve existing, and eliminate waste from packaging and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners to build and grow our businesses.
• Engage external partners around the world to increase efficiency and identify new capabilities.
• Interact with consumers and customers to translate insights into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offerings.
• Develop technical depth and business acumen; apply or build digital tools to accelerate learning.
• Solve technical problems leveraging new or existing digital tools.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

B.S. in Packaging Science/Engineering or Material Science/Engineering

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.Research & Development Packaging EngineerGeneral Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its scale and stand for good. General Mills operates in more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Häagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino’s, Annie’s, Wanchai Ferry and more. H eadquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026 net sales U.S. $18 billion.WHAT IS THE ROLE OF RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT AT GENERAL MILLS?The General Mills R&D Leadership Development Program is a great way to kick-off your career. As part of the program, you will have 2-3 robust experiences in your first few years at General Mills, building broad experience in technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development. You'll develop and enhance your digital skills in this role, gaining experience in data analysis, project management, and/or collaboration tools. The program allows candidates to demonstrate leadership, embrace a learning mindset, build a strong network of peers, develop business context, and learn the General Mills and Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ) culture.Create new, improve existing, and eliminate waste from packaging and processesCollaborate with cross-functional internal partners to build and grow our businessesEngage external partners around the world to increase efficiency and to identify new capabilitiesInteract with consumers and customers to develop meaningful insights and translate them into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offeringsDevelop technical depth and business acumenApply or build digital tools to accelerate learning.Solve technical problems leveraging new or existing digital tools.Impact people’s lives and communities around the worldWHERE WILL I WORK?James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis, MNIS THIS YOU?Minimum Qualifications:Pursuing a B.S. in Packaging Science/Engineering or Material Science/Engineering or related degreeGraduating in Winter 202 6 or Spring 202 7Preferred Qualifications:Strong academic recordDemonstrated ability to achieve results and a commitment to developing technical and business skillsAdaptability, curiosity, and inventivenessStrong interpersonal and communication skills, passion for R&D, enthusiasm, and the ability to conduct themselves professionallyDemonstrated leadership experience in academic projects, extracurricular activities, or previous work experiencesHUNGRY FOR WHAT’S NEXT?Start Date in February 202 7 or July 202 7Relocation 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 programA strong retirement program with a generous 401(k) match and company contribution .Modern health plans and resources for physical, mental and financial wellbeingA robust time-off program for a healthy work-life balanceExtensive training and development programs for career growthWe believe in investing in our employees and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Benefits may vary by role, location and other employment status factors.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.ELIGIBILITYApplicants 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 REQUESTIf you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request .