Processing Technician
general millsKansas City, MO
Processing TechnicianWe 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 bestbold 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.
At our Kansas City manufacturing site, we produce Bisquick and Gold Medal Flour while offering job growth opportunities across most departments. The plant fosters a collaborative, relationship-driven culture, includes an on-site employee club, and celebrates employees with holiday dinners, as well as Christmas & Thanksgiving ham and turkey distributions. Employees also enjoy access to events like Chiefs and Royals games, dinner theaters, plays, and World of Fun, with some tickets provided to each employee.
Your work schedule and shift information:
8-hour shifts
1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm
2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm
3rd shift: 11 pm to 7 am
Rotation is 4 weeks on 1st shift, then 4 weeks on 3rd shift, then 4 weeks on 2nd shift
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
Key accountabilities:
Assist miller by providing process system support, including learning and performing processing positions and equipment operation
Perform sanitation, cleaning and maintaining all processing areas
Performing Wheat house start-up and shutdown on A/B & C mills
Performing preventative and reactive maintenance activities on milling equipment and assist maintenance as needed
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Assist in training new employees
Assist other plant areas as assigned
Minimum qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
At least 2 years of mechanical and/or technical experience in manufacturing or related industry
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 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
Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
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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Level
Junior L3
Location
Kansas City, MO
Occupation
Food Processing Workers, All Other
Industry
Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing
Posted
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