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 Operator
Starting Pay: $19/hour
$1/hour for hours worked on off-shifts
12-hour shift, schedule determined upon hire

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

Starting Pay: $19/hour
$1/hour for hours worked on off-shifts
Up to $21.34 per hour after 3 months of employment (based on completion of training)
Up to $27.81 per hour after 1 year of employment (based on completion of training)
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 (Shift schedule will be determined upon hire)
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:

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
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Assist in training new employees
Support production tasks such as bagging, stacking, counting, paper feeding, oiling, and related line operations
Assist other plant areas as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED
At least 2 years of work experience
Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
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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