Storeroom Attendant

General Mills Operations, LLC.; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

General Mills Buffalo plant is seeking a Storeroom Attendant to manage the storeroom, issue parts to maintenance, and maintain accurate inventory using Maximo. The role requires basic computer skills, English communication, and the ability to work 8-hour swing shifts including weekends and holidays. Starting pay is $23.84 per hour with 2nd shift differential.

Join a facility known for its community, career growth through apprenticeship programs, and a strong team culture across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or similar setting.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.
• Ability to work 8-hour Swing shifts.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays as openings occur.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Issue parts to maintenance personnel in an efficient manner.
• Maintain storeroom security and organize inventory.
• Record parts in the Maximo system promptly.
• Unpack and arrange inventoried items in proper locations.
• Tag items with the correct GMI part numbers and reorganize when needed.
• Keep storeroom clean, organized, and safe.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or substandard inventory.
• Communicate shortages to Buyer or Storeroom Manager.
• Assist Receiving Clerk and attend plant-wide meetings.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English communication

Inventory management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo system

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

Storeroom Attendant

Starting Pay: $23.84 per hour

Shift differential pay (2nd shift) 8-hour rotating shifts

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

• $23.84 per hour for 36 months of employment (90% of full rate of pay)
• $26.49 per hour after 36 months of employment (100% of full rate of pay)
• Shift Differential Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift
• Overtime pay Time worked after 8 hours of work is paid at 1.5 times regular rate of pay
• Time worked on Saturday is paid at 1.5 times regular rate of pay after the 6th day of work
• Time worked on Sunday is paid at 2 times (double pay) regular rate of pay
• 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 1st shift: 6:00 am to 2:00 pm 2nd shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Issue parts to maintenance personnel on request in an efficient manner.
• Maintain storeroom security.
• Issue parts immediately in the Maximo system.
• Unpack, sort, arrange and place inventoried items in proper location.
• Clerk will make sure items are tagged with the proper GMI P/N.
• Responsible for reorganization of the storeroom, and the bar coding of all items in the storeroom.
• Each clerk will be assigned a designated area of the storeroom to organize and maintain.
• Keep storeroom organized, clean, and safe.
• Aid in identification of slow moving, obsolete, and substandard inventory.
• Track and communicate inventory shortage situations to the Buyer or Storeroom Manager.
• Cycle count “X” amount of items and enter the data into the current inventory system.
• Investigate significant stock adjustments.
• Inventory free-stock items, ex. Conduit, sheet metal, angle iron, etc.
• Handle emergency orders.
• Assist the Receiving Clerk.
• Attend Plant Wide Communication Meetings and Safety Meetings as required.
• Perform other functions for an efficient storeroom operation as assigned by the Storeroom Manager.
• Attend meetings and training courses as required
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned
• Assist other plant areas as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in basic computer skills
• Ability to work 8-hour Swing shifts
• Must be willing to work any shift, including weekends/holidays as even once assigned a shift, you may get moved around depending on openings/seniority.
• 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
• Demonstrated leadership ability

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.

WHY JOIN GENERAL MILLS

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. Watch with captions in other languages here.