Job Description

General Production Associate

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.

The Buffalo plant produces Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Honey Nut Cheerios, Honey Nut Chex, Corn Chex, and Gold Medal Flour. Located on Buffalo's waterfront, it offers easy access to Canada and major cities like Toronto and New York City, and supports career growth through seniority-based bidding and apprenticeship programs. The plant also builds community through events like a summer barbecue, a family picnic at a local amusement park, and a holiday dinner for all three shifts served by leadership. Employees take pride in the plant's strong family ties, and notable history includes its former name, Cheeri-Oats, grain transport by boat, and a fire the day before it opened in 1940.

$33.88/hour starting pay

Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift

Additional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift

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

8-hour shift (Only hiring for 1st shift at this time)

1st shift: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

2nd shift: 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm

3rd shift: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am

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

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

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

Installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing industrial milling machinery, work tools and equipment

Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical issues

Providing technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modifications

Performing welding and fabrication activities

Performing both uptime and downtime preventative maintenance

Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance

Assist other plant areas as assigned

High school diploma or GED

3-5 years of?experience in industrial maintenance or equivalent education in a related field

Solid understanding of maintenance shop skills with the ability to read schematics, troubleshoot, and work on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and ability to perform welding and fabrication tasks

Basic mechanical understanding and blueprint reading

Outstanding mechanical aptitude with applicable, proven maintenance experience. Proven ability to learn, maintain and practice troubleshooting skills, and use test equipment to diagnose root cause.

Proficiency in basic computer skills

Ability to work rotating 8-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

Manufacturing or production experience

Technical degree in industrial maintenance or related field

Welding, lathe, mill, and fabrication experience

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

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.

General Mills

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Apprenticeship, Summer work, Local area, All shifts, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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