General Mills
Production Operator - La Tiara - Kansas City, MO
General Mills, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Production Operator – La Tiara – Kansas City, MO – General Mills
General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino’s pizza rolls and Yoplait yogurt. We prioritize being a force for good and expanding learning and new perspectives.
Company Overview General Mills places its workforce at the center of everything and aims to grow its people and the communities it serves.
Location The Gladstone, Missouri facility produces La Tiara taco shells and is the latest addition to our North American plant network.
Shift Hours
8‑hour shifts (Monday – Friday)
1st shift: 6:45 am – 3:15 pm
2nd shift: 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm
3rd shift: 10:45 pm – 7:15 am
Currently hiring for 2nd and/or 3rd shifts only (shift depends on business need)
Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 5 days per week with occasional weekend work
Pay
$18.50 per hour (starting pay rate)
$20.00 per hour after six months of successful performance
Shift differential
Additional $1.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts
Benefits
120 hours of vacation annually and 11 paid company holidays
48 hours paid sick and emergency time
Great paid time off benefits
401(k) – includes company match, annual contribution and more
Health insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and life coverage
What Your Day Will Look Like
Creating high‑quality foods eaten nationwide
Using industry‑leading technology in a state‑of‑the‑art facility
Working with experienced operators who pass down their knowledge to willing learners
Challenging yourself to get the job done right while gaining skills for future opportunities
Troubleshoot machine problems and partner with maintenance staff to resolve issues
Calibrate processing and packaging systems daily to meet specifications
Participate in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment
Take part in continuous improvement initiatives to increase plant performance
Assist in training new employees
What You Have To Offer
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, and others
Basic computer skills – data entry, email, production systems, Word, Excel
Machine operation and mechanical/technical experience is preferred
Experience in a manufacturing/production environment is preferred
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lb
Perform physical tasks for extended periods – standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting
Ability to climb or work at heights using stairs, ladders, lifts, or platforms
Wear protective clothing and equipment (safety shoes, face mask, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, hair/beard net, gloves) when required
Adhere to grooming requirements for a food manufacturing environment
Work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet conditions
Work around industrial high‑speed machinery
Work with allergens that may be present in a food environment
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Company Overview General Mills places its workforce at the center of everything and aims to grow its people and the communities it serves.
Location The Gladstone, Missouri facility produces La Tiara taco shells and is the latest addition to our North American plant network.
Shift Hours
8‑hour shifts (Monday – Friday)
1st shift: 6:45 am – 3:15 pm
2nd shift: 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm
3rd shift: 10:45 pm – 7:15 am
Currently hiring for 2nd and/or 3rd shifts only (shift depends on business need)
Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 5 days per week with occasional weekend work
Pay
$18.50 per hour (starting pay rate)
$20.00 per hour after six months of successful performance
Shift differential
Additional $1.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts
Benefits
120 hours of vacation annually and 11 paid company holidays
48 hours paid sick and emergency time
Great paid time off benefits
401(k) – includes company match, annual contribution and more
Health insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and life coverage
What Your Day Will Look Like
Creating high‑quality foods eaten nationwide
Using industry‑leading technology in a state‑of‑the‑art facility
Working with experienced operators who pass down their knowledge to willing learners
Challenging yourself to get the job done right while gaining skills for future opportunities
Troubleshoot machine problems and partner with maintenance staff to resolve issues
Calibrate processing and packaging systems daily to meet specifications
Participate in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment
Take part in continuous improvement initiatives to increase plant performance
Assist in training new employees
What You Have To Offer
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, and others
Basic computer skills – data entry, email, production systems, Word, Excel
Machine operation and mechanical/technical experience is preferred
Experience in a manufacturing/production environment is preferred
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lb
Perform physical tasks for extended periods – standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting
Ability to climb or work at heights using stairs, ladders, lifts, or platforms
Wear protective clothing and equipment (safety shoes, face mask, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, hair/beard net, gloves) when required
Adhere to grooming requirements for a food manufacturing environment
Work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet conditions
Work around industrial high‑speed machinery
Work with allergens that may be present in a food environment
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