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Job overview
General Mills seeks a General Production Associate at its Chanhassen plant to operate and maintain electrical controls, troubleshoot equipment, and support continuous improvement on 12‑hour rotating shifts, offering starting pay of $39.74 per hour with shift differentials and benefits.
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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.
POSITION OVERVIEW
General Production Associate
Starting Pay: $39.74/hour
$1.00shift differentialpay
12-hour rotating shifts
Why Join Our Team
Our Chanhassen site manufactures Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, biscuits, cookies, corn muffins, and more. Located just outside the Twin Cities, the plant offers easy access to restaurants and activities while fostering employee growth, advancement, and cross-functional learning. Our caring, inclusive culture includes year-round events, committees, recognition programs, raffles, volunteer opportunities, wellness programs, and education reimbursement. Fun fact: the plant is across the street from Prince's former home and produces more than 110 products.
WhatWe Have to Offer
$39.74/hour starting pay
$43.55 per hour after completion of required training (Control Tech 2)
$46.24 per hour after completion of required training (Control Tech 3)
Shift differential- Night Shift $1.00 per hour when working between the hours of 6pm- 6am
Up to 120 hours (10 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 - 2on followed by 2 off, 3 on followed by 2 off, 2 on followed by 3 off
6:00 am to 6 pm
6:00 pm to 6 am
Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend
Cycle length is 2 weeks
Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays and emergency events
OT Rate of 1.5 of payrate after 40 hours
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
Plantoperates24 hours/day, 7 days/week
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
As part of our manufacturing team, you will:
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Utilizing electronic work order system to log completed/missed work
Reading and updating electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams
Providing technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modifications
Performing uptime and downtime, preventative electrical maintenance
Understanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Lead new hire onboarding plans
Assistother plant areas as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED
Allen Bradley, Wonderware, PLCs, Drives, Motors
Utilizing electronic work order system to log completed/missed work
Reading and updating electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams
Providing technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modifications
Performing uptime and downtime, preventative electrical maintenance
Understanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Lead new hire onboarding plans
Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts
Mustpossessthe ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplaceregardingwork matters (our business isgenerally conductedin English)
Ability tolift upto 50lbs
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 whileutilizingstairs, 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 (whenrequired)
Ability to work around high-speed machinery and foodallergens
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in a manufacturing/production environment
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.
Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career:
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
High School Diploma or Equivalent
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
$39.74 - $39.74 / Hourly
Postal Code
55318
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
10127930
Job Benefits
Not specified
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