Stationary Engineer - Cereal

General Mills Properties, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Holidays

401(k) match

Medical/Dental

Career growth

Job summary

General Mills Buffalo plant is seeking a Stationary Engineer for the cereal plant operations. The role covers installing, maintaining, and repairing power plant equipment, including boilers, HVAC, and cogeneration systems.

Shifts rotate 8 hours with days off planned in advance, with overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Starting pay is $38.64/hour plus $0.34 and $0.41 increases for 2nd and 3rd shift respectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
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Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair power plant equipment including boilers, compressors, cogeneration and HVAC.

Skills

First-Class License

Power plant ops

HVAC knowledge

PLC knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Shift rotation

English communication

Safety compliance

Education

HS diploma or GED

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

Stationary Engineer, Cereal Plant

• Starting Pay: $38.64/hour
• Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift
• Additional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift
• 8-hour rotating shifts | Rotation every week with designated days off

Why Join Our Team

The Buffalo plant produces Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Honey Nut Cheerios, Honey Nut Chex, Corn Chex, and Gold Medal Flour. Located on Buffalo’s waterfront, it offers easy access to Canada and major cities like Toronto and New York City, and supports career growth through seniority-based bidding and apprenticeship programs. The plant also builds community through events like a summer barbecue, a family picnic at a local amusement park, and a holiday dinner for all three shifts served by leadership. Employees take pride in the plant’s strong family ties, and notable history includes its former name, Cheeri-Oats, grain transport by boat, and a fire the day before it opened in 1940.

What We Have to Offer

• Starting Pay: $38.64/hour
• Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift
• Additional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift
• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually (depending on schedule)
• 11 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, life insurance
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour swing shift schedule (rotation every week with designated days off)
• 1st shift: 6 am to 2 pm
• 2nd shift: 2 pm to 10 pm
• 3rd shift: 10 pm to 6 am
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
• Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Install, maintain, repair power plant equipment (includes, but not limited to: Boilers, Compressor, Cogeneration and HVAC)
• Identifying and troubleshooting electrical/mechanical issues
• Provide technical support/skills for troubleshooting equipment and controls/equipment modifications
• Performing both uptime and downtime preventative in adherence to the master PM schedule
• Perform corrective maintenance orders
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Attend meeting and trainings as required
• Assist other plant areas as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Possess a First-Class Stationary Engineer License from the City of Buffalo
• 3 years (minimum) experience in operation of a mid-size power plant
• 4 years (minimum) maintenance experience with basic knowledge in pipe fitting, electrical troubleshooting and blueprint reading
• Working knowledge of PLC's, HVAC systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts
• 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

• Manufacturing or production experience
• Possess a First-Class Stationary Engineer License from the City of Buffalo
• 3 years (minimum) experience in operation of a mid-size power plant
• 4 years (minimum) maintenance experience with basic knowledge in pipe fitting, electrical troubleshooting and blueprint reading
• Working knowledge of PLC's, HVAC systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems

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.

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