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Forklift Operator - Day Shift

General Mills

Forklift Operator - Day Shift

General Mills

Chanhassen, Minnesota

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On-site

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Full-time

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1w ago

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, and Totino's pizza rolls.

Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

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 other and grow together.

  • Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is the place to grow a career: Warehouse Forklift Operator
  • Only candidates with a resume or complete previous and current work experience will be considered.

Shift hours: Day Shift: Sunday through Thursday from 2:00pm-10:00pm Changes in volume and production requirements can result in changes in work schedule and additional overtime.

Forklift Operators must be willing to work any shift including nights and weekends Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days per week Pay: Up to $26.54 after successful completion of a 90-day orientation period.

Starting rate $22.28 Additional $.80 per hour for hours worked on day shift Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked on night shift Benefits: 120 hours of vacation annually and 11 paid company holidays Great paid time off benefits 401(k) - company match, annual company contribution and more Health Insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and life AND much more!

About our Location:

Our plant stands out with its exceptional location just outside the Twin Cities, offering great access to restaurants and activities.

We prioritize employee growth and development, providing ample opportunities for advancement and cross-functional learning.

Our culture fosters a sense of belonging and genuine care for both employees and our products.

To keep our team engaged, we organize various events throughout the year, including an end-of year picnic, holiday dinner, family day, and more.

We also have several committees that employees can participate in, monthly recognition programs, raffles, and volunteer events.

Beyond pay and benefits, we offer a unique culture, wellness programs, and education reimbursement.

Fun facts about our plant include being across the street from Prince's house and having over 110 different products.

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!

Our Products:

Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, biscuits, cookies, corn muffins and more!

What your day will look like: Creating high quality foods that are eaten EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDE Using TECHNOLOGY in an industry-leading facility Working with HIGH-LEVEL operators on EXPERIENCED teams that are looking to pass down their knowledge to workers WILLING TO LEARN and get paid doing it. CHALLENGING yourself to get the JOB DONE RIGHT and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunity Forklift and high lift equipment operation within production and warehouse operations Selecting, preparing, and loading product for outbound shipment per customer specifications Responsible for the storage of raw material, ingredients or finished product Receiving, unloading, and inspecting inbound ingredients/packaging materials Perform all sanitation tasks for shipping and receiving areas Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance Assist in training new employees What you have to offer: Minimum of a high school education or GED At least 2 years of forklift experience Forklift license/certification or willing to obtain one

Experience: in a manufacturing/production environment preferred Preferred 1+ years of experience in a material handling environment Preferred Previous experience with electronic inventory systems (Red Prairie/SAP) Physical requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment 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 other and grow together.

Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, and Totino's pizza rolls.

Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

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 other and grow together.

  • Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is the place to grow a career: Warehouse Forklift Operator
  • Only candidates with a resume or complete previous and current work experience will be considered.

Shift hours: Day Shift: Sunday through Thursday from 2:00pm-10:00pm Changes in volume and production requirements can result in changes in work schedule and additional overtime.

Forklift Operators must be willing to work any shift including nights and weekends Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days per week Pay: Up to $26.54 after successful completion of a 90-day orientation period.

Starting rate $22.28 Additional $.80 per hour for hours worked on day shift Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked on night shift Benefits: 120 hours of vacation annually and 11 paid company holidays Great paid time off benefits 401(k) - company match, annual company contribution and more Health Insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and life AND much more!

About our Location:

Our plant stands out with its exceptional location just outside the Twin Cities, offering great access to restaurants and activities.

We prioritize employee growth and development, providing ample opportunities for advancement and cross-functional learning.

Our culture fosters a sense of belonging and genuine care for both employees and our products.

To keep our team engaged, we organize various events throughout the year, including an end-of year picnic, holiday dinner, family day, and more.

We also have several committees that employees can participate in, monthly recognition programs, raffles, and volunteer events.

Beyond pay and benefits, we offer a unique culture, wellness programs, and education reimbursement.

Fun facts about our plant include being across the street from Prince's house and having over 110 different products.

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!

Our Products:

Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, biscuits, cookies, corn muffins and more!

What your day will look like: Creating high quality foods that are eaten EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDE Using TECHNOLOGY in an industry-leading facility Working with HIGH-LEVEL operators on EXPERIENCED teams that are looking to pass down their knowledge to workers WILLING TO LEARN and get paid doing it. CHALLENGING yourself to get the JOB DONE RIGHT and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunity Forklift and high lift equipment operation within production and warehouse operations Selecting, preparing, and loading product for outbound shipment per customer specifications Responsible for the storage of raw material, ingredients or finished product Receiving, unloading, and inspecting inbound ingredients/packaging materials Perform all sanitation tasks for shipping and receiving areas Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance Assist in training new employees What you have to offer: Minimum of a high school education or GED At least 2 years of forklift experience Forklift license/certification or willing to obtain one

Experience: in a manufacturing/production environment preferred Preferred 1+ years of experience in a material handling environment Preferred Previous experience with electronic inventory systems (Red Prairie/SAP) Physical requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment

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About General Mills

General Mills

General Mills, Inc. is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. Founded on the banks of the Mississippi River at Saint Anthony Falls in Minneapolis, the company originally gained fame for being a large flour miller.

10,001+

Employees

Chanhassen

Headquarters

Reviews

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Work Life Balance

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Compensation

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Culture

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Career

3.5

Management

2.5

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Pros

Significant salary increases (25%)

Career progression opportunities

Advancement from warehouse to management

Cons

Lack of creative fulfillment

Role misalignment with technical background

Limited relevance to engineering skills

Salary Ranges

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$131,655

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$111,906

$151,404

Interview Experience

4 interviews

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Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

50%

Experience

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Neutral 50%

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