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

Maintenance Mechanic
Starting Pay: $32.40/hour
Gradual pay increases

12-hour rotating shifts

Why Join Our Team

At our Hannibal manufacturing site we produce Progresso soup, Old El Paso hard shells, tortillas, kits, and seasonings, as well as Nature Valley bars. We make enough soup each year to serve every person in the world one bowl. Employees enjoy strong career growth opportunities, with many leaders having advanced from within the plant, and the site’s size creates opportunities to explore different product lines and build new skills. Hannibal also offers an on-site fitness center and coach, an on-site credit union, and a culture employees value for its family-friendly events, including a company picnic and annual softball tournament.

What We Have to Offer

$32.40 per hour to start (Level 1)
$35.70 per hour after completion of required training (Level 2)
$37.25 per hour after completion of required training (Level 3)
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

12-hour shifts

5:00 pm to 5:00 am
6:00 pm to 6:00 am
6:30 pm to 6:30 am

Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed

Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

Installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing industrial processing and packaging machinery, work tools and equipment
Design and layout circuits, installing fixtures, wiring conduits, motors, and other electrical equipment/components, including proven ability to use multimeter
Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical issues
Providing technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modifications
Performing both uptime and downtime preventative maintenance
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Assist in training new employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED

2 years of experience in industrial maintenance or equivalent education in a related field
Proven ability to use multimeter and other electrical equipment/components
Working knowledge of PLCs, HVAC, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Experience in a manufacturing/production environment
Knowledge of three-phase electrical systems
Ability to work rotating 12-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

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.

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Maintenance Mechanic