Skilled Operator - Material Handling

General Mills, Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great PTO

15 days vacation

13 paid holidays

6 paid sick days

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

General Mills in Cedar Rapids is seeking general production workers to operate and support packaging and processing lines. The role includes rotating shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd) with pay differentials and overtime opportunities.

Employees enjoy strong benefits, 15 vacation days plus holidays, sick days, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive health coverage. The plant runs 24/7 with opportunities for advancement from within.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English in a workplace.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions.
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights using stairs, ladders, or platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support packaging and processing operations.
• Participate in equipment startup, changeovers, and shutdowns.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with Maintenance.
• Calibrate systems to meet required specifications.
• Perform quality and safety checks.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training new employees.
• Assist other plant areas as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

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.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• General ProductionSkilled OperatorMaterial Handling

• Starting Pay: $27.35/hour

• Shift differential

• Additional $.24per hour for hours worked on 2ndshift

• Additional $.31perhour for hoursworked on 3rdshift

• Overtimepay

• Time worked after 40 hours of work in anyone (1) work week is paid at 1.5 times regular hourly rate of pay

• Time worked on a holiday is paid at 2 times regular hourly rate of pay (if eligible for holiday pay and holiday is worked)

Why Join Our Team

The Cedar Rapids plant offers numerous growth and promotion opportunities, often promoting from within for salaried positions. The plant provides competitive pay and benefits, making it one of the highest-ratedemployersin the area. The plant organizes holiday dinners, family days,bringyour child to work day, a summer bash with families and community involvement, and a quarter-century club celebration for employees with 25 or more years of service. Fun facts include Ashton Kutcher's previous employment at the plant and his father's 35-year tenure in the fruit department. The plant is also the sole domestic producer of Betty Crocker frosting.

WhatWe Have to Offer

• Great paid time off benefits

• 15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually and 13 paid holidays

• 6 paid Sick and Emergency days per year

• 401(k) match

• Health Insurance- Including medical, vision, dental and life

• And much more!

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts

• 1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm

• 2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm

• 3rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am

• Shift schedule of 2nd or 3rd shiftto be determined during orientation and based on availability and business need

• Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

• Plant operation is 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

• Support packaging and processing operations

• Participate in equipment startup, changeovers, and shutdowns

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and partner with Maintenance

• Calibrate systems to meet required specifications

• Perform quality and safety checks

• Clean and sanitize production equipment and work areas

• Participatesin continuous improvement initiatives

• Assist in training new employees

• Assist other plant areas as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED

• Must 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 tolift upto 50lbs

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods

• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions

• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms

• Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards

• Ability 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 foodallergens

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of manufacturing or production experience

• Forklift experience a plus

• A proven ability to manage multiple projects while performing everyday tasks is essential

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.