Skilled Operator – Material Handling

General Mills; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health Insurance

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Sick days

Job summary

General Mills in Cedar Rapids is hiring a General Production Skilled Operator – Material Handling. The job supports packaging and processing, participates in equipment startups, changeovers, and shutdowns, and works on 8-hour shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd).

Starting pay is $27.35 per hour with additional shift differentials and overtime eligibility. The plant offers promotion opportunities, competitive pay and benefits, and a culture focused on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English in the workplace.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• 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 work at heights with PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training new employees.
• Assist other plant areas as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

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 Production Skilled Operator Material Handling

Starting Pay: $27.35/hour Shift differential Additional $.24 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift Additional $.31 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift Overtime pay 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-rated employers in the area. The plant organizes holiday dinners, family days, bring your 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.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• 15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually
• 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 shift to 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

• 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
• Participates in 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 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 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 food allergens

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.

CHECK OUT WHY GENERAL MILLS MANUFACTURING IS A GREAT PLACE TO GROW A CAREER

New possibilities. Bold thinking. Real heart. Build remarkable brands with remarkable people. At General Mills, we make food the world loves. Across 100+ markets, we come together to create, innovate and grow. Here, you’ll do meaningful work and help to lead the future of food at a company that stands for good.