Manufacturing & Engineering Associate
General Mills
Manufacturing & Engineering Associate
General Mills
Manufactures and distributes packaged foods
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.

Manufacturing & Engineering Associate
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF MANUFACTURING AT GENERAL MILLS?
General Mills' Supply Chain is one of the most respected supply chains in the industry today. Manufacturing is the sub-function of Global Supply Chain that makes food the world loves. Manufacturing takes raw materials and transforms them into the products we sell to customers. Products are packaged in a variety of formats for sale to grocery, clubs, and food service.
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 ACCOMMODATION REQUEST
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.
Manufactures and distributes packaged foods
General Mills is a global food company that manufactures and sells a wide range of packaged foods. Its products include cereals (like Cheerios), baking and ready-to-eat mixes (Betty Crocker, Pillsbury), ice cream (Haagen-Dazs), and pet foods (Blue Buffalo). The company distributes these products through grocery stores and online retailers and supports its brands with targeted advertising. Its food lines reach households, families, and pet owners alike. General Mills differentiates itself through a broad, well-known portfolio, a commitment to quality and sustainability, responsible sourcing, and community involvement, which helps build customer trust. Its goal is to provide tasty, nutritious foods while making a positive impact on people, communities, and the environment.
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