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Pilot Plant Technologist

General Mills309 open roles

Pay
$50,000 – $54,000 a year
Where
Minneapolis MN
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The posting

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

  • Pilot Plant Technologist
  • This position is scheduled five days per week, 8 hours per dayWith advance notification, the candidate will be required to flex to a different shift or have different hours based on evolving business needs. This candidate may be required to work up to 4 hours of overtime before or after their assigned shift and/or occasionally support 8-12 hours on the weekend.
  • This position operates within the Pilot Plant, which runs on a 24/7 schedule across three shifts: 1st Shift (6 AM - 2 PM) 2nd Shift (2 PM - 10 PM) 3rd Shift (10 PM - 6 AM). Ability and willingness to be assigned to any of these shifts based on business needs.
  • Salaried, non-exemptThe realistic salary range for this role is $50,000-54,000 Salary is based on a 37.5-hour work week. Hours worked between 37.5–40 per week are paid at the regular hourly rate (straight time). Hours worked over 40 per week are paid at 1.5x (time and a half).
  • This position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus, based on individual performance and company results.

Why Join Our Team

The Operations Technologist role involves autonomously setting up, completing sanitation, and running equipment for trials. He or she exhibits strong customer service for various ITQ platforms. In this role, you will be providing support to various platforms with a focus on the Cereal platform..

What We Have to Offer

  • Benefits that begin on Day 1.
  • 15 days of vacation (increases after 5 years).
  • 2-3 personal days per year, plus company holidays (personal days are based on company holiday calendar).
  • Paid sick time.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Vacation, personal days, and sick time are prorated based on start date.

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

  • Monday to Friday
  • The Pilot Plant operates under 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift.1st shift (6 AM - 2 PM) 2nd shift (2 PM - 10 PM) 3rd shift (10PM - 6AM)
  • Actual days of the work week, start times and end times may change based on business needs. This position is considered a flex position in that the employee would provide support to not just the cereal platform but can learn various operations for different business to build breadth of capabilities for future development.
  • With advanced notice, this role requires flexibility to work different hours, and occasional weekends, including overtime, may be required based on business needs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Lead with Safety, helping to foster and maintain a culture that values Employee & Consumer Safety.
  • Follow GMPs and all other food safety practices and procedures, including the completion of required documentation.
  • Safely assemble, operate, disassemble, and clean equipment.
  • Accurately and efficiently execute customer Order Assembly requests – weighing, labeling, packaging, and delivering.
  • Accurately manage ingredient inventory via the onsite Warehouse Management System.
  • Provide outstanding internal and external customer service.
  • Proactively initiate equipment and system repairs to ensure proper function is maintained.
  • Learn and apply Continuous Improvement tools as a routine part of your work.
  • Consistently lift and manipulate 55 lbs safely and frequently over an 8-hour period.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Capable of performing well with limited supervision, both individually, as well as in a team environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to perform well in a mechanical and technical environment.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Basic computer and technology skills.
  • Ability to gain powered pallet jack certification is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous "food manufacturing" experience is strongly preferred.
  • Previous Warehouse Management System and inventory management experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous Continuous Improvement experience is strongly preferred.
  • Previous powered pallet jack experience is preferred




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.




REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

If 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.

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