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General Mills, Inc.

Minneapolis, MNFull-time$83K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$83K/yr
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Research & Development Packaging Engineer joins General Mills’ R&D Leadership Development Program, completing two to three experiences in the first few years to build technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development. The role focuses on creating and improving packaging, collaborating with internal and external partners, translating consumer insights into offerings, and developing technical and business capabilities. The position is based at the James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Packaging DevelopmentProcess ImprovementData AnalysisProject ManagementCollaboration ToolsDigital ToolsTechnical Problem SolvingAdaptabilityCuriosityInventivenessInterpersonal CommunicationLeadership

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Packaging Science/Engineering or Material Science/Engineering or RelatedStrong Academic RecordDemonstrated Results AchievementTechnical and Business Skills DevelopmentProfessional ConductLeadership ExperienceMust Be 18+2+ Years Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Duties

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.

Research & Development Packaging Engineer

General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash itsscaleand stand for good.General Millsoperatesin more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, includingCheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Haagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino's, Annie's, Wanchai Ferry and more.Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026net sales U.S.$18billion.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT AT GENERAL MILLS?

The General Mills R&D Leadership Development Program isa great waytokick-offyour career. As part of the program, you will have 2-3 robust experiences in your first few years at General Mills, building broad experience in technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development.You'lldevelop and enhance your digital skills in this role, gaining experience in data analysis, project management, and/or collaboration tools. The program allows candidates todemonstrateleadership, embrace a learning mindset, build a strong network of peers, develop business context, andlearnthe General Mills andInnovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ)culture.

Create new, improve existing, andeliminatewaste from packaging and processes

Collaborate with cross-functional internal partners to build and grow our businesses

Engage external partners around the world to increase efficiency and toidentifynew capabilities

Interact with consumers and customers to develop meaningful insights and translate them into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offerings

Develop technical depth and business acumen

Apply or build digital tools to accelerate learning.

Solve technicalproblemsleveragingnew or existing digital tools.

Impact people's lives and communities around the world

WHERE WILL I WORK?

James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis, MN

IS THIS YOU?

Minimum Qualifications:

Pursuing a B.S. in Packaging Science/Engineering or Material Science/Engineering or related degree

Graduating in Winter 2026or Spring 2027

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong academic record

Demonstrated ability to achieve results and a commitment to developing technical and business skills

Adaptability, curiosity, and inventiveness

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, passion for R&D, enthusiasm, and the ability to conduct themselves professionally

Demonstrated leadership experience in academic projects, extracurricular activities, orpreviouswork experiences

HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?

Start Date inFebruary2027or July 2027

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, mentalandfinancial 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 this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

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

2 - 3 years

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

55426

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

10128726

Job Benefits

Not specified

How this job compares

Set against the 1,287 open Research and Development jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$83K/yr
  • Minnesota median$87–123K/yr38 salary ranges
  • US median$118–176K/yr662 salary ranges

This rate, $83K, is 24% below the Minnesota median midpoint ($109K) — in the lowest quarter of Research and Development salary ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 69 open Research and Development jobs in Minnesota and 1,287 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
Research and Development postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (872 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 722 of the 1,287 open Research and Development jobs (56%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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