Manufacturing & Engineering Associate - Campus Recruiting

WHAT WILL I DO?

The Manufacturing and Engineering Associate (MEA) program is designed to prepare you for both technical and managerial leadership roles within General Mills.You'llmake an impact by:

Building your capability through exposure and ownership of processing,packagingand broad manufacturing systems.

Gaining frontline exposure to 24/7 production toleverageproblem solving and learning agility while driving improvements andeliminatinglosses.

Learningfrom andleading Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow your coaching, team building and people-developmentskillset.

Managing programs to gainexperiencesofcapital project ownership, new system startups and / or initiative leadership.

The fast-paced MEA full-time rotational program consists of18 monthsof development, focused on preparing MEAs for technical skill development andpeopleleadership experiences in both Manufacturing and Engineering. MEAs will be placed in one manufacturing plant location for the duration of the program.  At their program's completion, MEAs will be placed into a full-time role in manufacturing leadership or engineering based on a combination of businessneedand personalinterest.Typically, this placement is within the same facility that the MEA completes their program in; but the opportunity torelocateto another manufacturing site is possible.

WHERE WILL I WORK?

You will be placed at one of our manufacturing plant locations nationwide.

IS THIS YOU?

Minimum Qualifications:

Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Engineering degree in: Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Food Process, or Biological/Biosystems/Agricultural or related degree

Qualifications for MEA Milling roles: Pursuing a Bachelor’s orMaster’sdegree in Milling Science, Food Science, or related degree

Graduating in Winter 2026or Spring 2027

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong academic record

Strong interpersonal skills, high learning agility, analytical and decision-making skills

Demonstrated people, technical, and process leadership skills, with a proactive approach to taking initiative and contributing to team success

HUNGRY FOR WHAT’S NEXT?

Start Date of February 2027orJuly2027

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

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