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General Mills, Inc. is hiring a Manufacturing & Engineering Associate - Campus Recruiting. General Mills' Manufacturing & Engineering Associate (MEA) program prepares candidates for technical and managerial leadership roles, offering exposure to processing, packaging, and broad manufacturing systems, frontline 24/7 production problem‑solving, coaching and team‑building with operators and technicians, and program management experience through capital projects and system startups.
Key focus areas include Build capability through exposure and ownership of processing, packaging and broad manufacturing systems., Gain frontline exposure to 24/7 production to leverage problem solving, learning agility, and drive improvements., and Learn from and lead Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow coaching, team building and people-development skillset..
Important skills include Problem Solving, Coaching, Team Building, and People Development. Preferred (not required): Learning Agility, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Skills, and Decision-Making Skills.
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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.
Manufacturing & Engineering Associate
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF MANUFACTURING AT GENERAL MILLS?
General Mills' Supply Chain is one of the most respected supply chains in the industry today. Manufacturing is the sub-function of Global Supply Chain that makes food the world loves. Manufacturing takes raw materials and transforms them into the products we sell to customers. Products are packaged in a variety of formats for sale to grocery, clubs, and food service.
WHAT WILL I DO?
The Manufacturing and Engineering Associate (MEA) program is designed to prepare you for both technical and managerial leadership roles within General Mills.You'llmake an impact by:
Building your capability through exposure and ownership of processing,packagingand broad manufacturing systems.
Gaining frontline exposure to 24/7 production toleverageproblem solving and learning agility while driving improvements andeliminatinglosses.
Learningfrom andleading Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow your coaching, team building and people-developmentskillset.
Managing programs to gainexperiencesofcapital project ownership, new system startups and / or initiative leadership.
The fast-paced MEA full-time rotational program consists of18 monthsof development, focused on preparing MEAs for technical skill development andpeopleleadership experiences in both Manufacturing and Engineering. MEAs will be placed in one manufacturing plant location for the duration of the program. At their program's completion, MEAs will be placed into a full-time role in manufacturing leadership or engineering based on a combination of businessneedand personalinterest.Typically, this placement is within the same facility that the MEA completes their program in; but the opportunity torelocateto another manufacturing site is possible.
WHERE WILL I WORK?
You will be placed at one of our manufacturing plant locations nationwide.
IS THIS YOU?
Minimum Qualifications:
Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering degree in: Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Food Process, or Biological/Biosystems/Agricultural or related degree
Qualifications for MEA Milling roles: Pursuing a Bachelor's orMaster'sdegree in Milling Science, Food Science, or related degree
Graduating in Winter 2026or Spring 2027
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong academic record
Strong interpersonal skills, high learning agility, analytical and decision-making skills
Demonstrated people, technical, and process leadership skills, with a proactive approach to taking initiative and contributing to team success
HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?
Start Date of February 2027orJuly2027
Relocationassistance(if eligible)
The base salary for this position is $83,000.General Mills is committed to providing fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, performance, and academic background. Beyond your salary,you'llreceive a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall wellbeing, including:
Competitive salary and eligibility for our annual incentive program
A strong retirement program with a generous 401(k) match and company contribution.
Modern health plans and resources for physical, mentaland,financial wellbeing
A robust time-off program for a healthy work-life balance
Extensive training and development programs for career growth
We believe in investing in our employees and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Benefits may vary by role,locationand other employment status factors.
Applicants for employment in the US must have Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with General Mills (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).
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 ACCOMODATION 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.
General Mills is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply to any General Mills employment opportunities.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor Degree
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55318
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
10128722
Job Benefits
Not specified
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