Bulk and Railcar Unloader

What We Have to Offer

• $23.73 per hour starting pay
• Additional $1.00 per hour for 2nd shift
• Additional $2.00 per hour for 3rd shift
• Up to 120 hours of vacation annually
• 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

• 8-hour shifts

• 1st shift: 6:45 am to 3 pm
• 2nd shift: 2:45 pm to 11 pm
• 3rd shift: 10:45 pm to 7 am

• Currently hiring for 2nd Shift
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays and emergency events
• Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

• Be responsible for managing, controlling, receiving, unloading and storage of bulk raw ingredients for the mixing operation system
• Monitor and ensure proper ingredient formulas, ingredient unloading procedures and reporting requirements are followed
• Be responsible for production packaging and processing operations, sanitation and participation in startup, changeover and shutdown of operating equipment
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment; partner with maintenance staff to resolve issues
• Calibrate processing and/or packaging systems to meet required specifications
• Operate and participate in startup, changeover, and shut down of operating equipment
• Performing all necessary quality checks
• Complete required documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Be responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of work areas and/or equipment
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Assist in training new employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• 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)
• Experience in ingredient bulk unloading preferred
• Mechanical/technical experience in manufacturing or related field preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
• Basic computer skills with the ability to use digital tools and systems to complete daily work tasks
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift and/or Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV/POV) certification
• 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




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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