Manufacturing Technician

General Mills · Albuquerque, NM

Level: Technician
Team: Manufacturing
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: 18 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at General Mills (food & beverage) in Albuquerque, NM. If you want to be part of a team that will learn and grow, develop leadership skills, drive results quickly, work within a safety-first mindset, and expand your technical capabilities, then GMI is a great place to start!

Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

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At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coveragePromotion path mentionedLifts up to 50 lbs

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Qualifications

✓High school diploma or GED
✓Ability to work rotating 12.5-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

Preferred qualifications

✓Manufacturing or production experience
✓Mechanical and/or electrical capability/experience

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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

•Manufacturing Technician
•Starting Pay: $24.95/hour
•12.5-hour rotating shifts | 3-2-2 schedule

Process

•Posting closes November 13th
•Virtual Realistic Job Preview November 18th 6-8PM (Virtual tour)
•Interviews December 2nd (Onsite at the plant)
•Realistic Job Preview December 4th (In person tour)
•Qualified candidates must attend All process dates to be considered for employment

Why Join Our Team

With blue skies and sunshine 310 days of the year, the Albuquerque, NM plant manufactures Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams, Nature Valley Bars, Trix, Reese's Puffs and more! At the same time offers ample growth opportunities, capability building, and encouragement for employee development. It also hosts various events to recognize employees and promote health and wellness, such as having a gym onsite and providing sports facilities. Additionally, we are the only plant in the world that makes Reese's Puffs. General Mills encourages growth for our employees. If you want to be part of a team that will learn and grow, develop leadership skills, drive results quickly, work within a safety-first mindset, and expand your technical capabilities, then GMI is a great place to start!

What We Have to Offer

•$24.95/hour
•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

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

•12.5-hour shifts with 3-2-2 schedule
•5:30 am to 6:00 pm (day shift)
•5:30 pm to 6:00 am (night shift)
•Shift rotation every 6 months (day to night or night to days)
•On-off pattern is 3 days on shift followed by 2 days off shift, 2 days on shift
•Cycle length is 2 weeks
•You only work 15 to 16 days a month!
•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

•Troubleshoot problems with machinery and partner with maintenance staff to resolve issues
•Calibrate processing and packaging systems daily to meet required specifications
•Participate in startup, changeover, and shut down of operating equipment
•Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
•Assist in training new employees
•Support production tasks such as bagging, stacking, counting, paper feeding, oiling, and related line operations
•Assist other plant areas as assigned

Eligibility

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

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