Quality Lab Technician

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Quality Lab Technician at our Cedar Rapids manufacturing facility. This position is a 3rd shift role, 11pm - 7am. 

As a part of our manufacturing group, you will be responsible for supporting production, packaging and processing operations, sanitation and participation in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment

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OUR PRODUCTS

Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Betty Crocker Desserts, Gushers, Fruit by the Foot, Fruit Roll-Ups, and more

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE 

• Creating high quality foods that are eaten EVERY DAY, 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

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Be the first point of contact for food safety and quality events, including completing initial investigation, providing direction to the respective teams on next steps, reaching out to support as needed depending on severity of the event, and holding product as necessary
• Analytical & physical lab testing: HPLC, titrimeter, colorimeter, density, viscosity, etc.
• Conducting GMP and Process Audits in the production and storage areas of the plant
• Perform data entry into the various Quality System databases
• Responsible for reporting monthly summaries of Quality system functions
• Present training in Quality subjects to new and existing employees
• Support HACCP program to assure compliance with company policies
• Support Analytical Quality Assurance program
• Support routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment
• Assist in training new employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to work 3rd shift hours: 11pm - 7am CT
• High School Diploma + 5 years of relevant work experience OR an Associate's/Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, which may include occasional overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet operational needs
• Previous lab or food safety/quality department experience
• A proven ability to manage multiple projects while performing everyday tasks 
• 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).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and 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.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment including safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net, and gloves when required. Adherence to all food manufacturing grooming standards is required.  
• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions.
• Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery and in a food environment in which allergens may be present.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa.
• Relocation support will not be offered to applicants within the United States.
• International relocation (outside of the US) will not be considered.

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.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $ $ / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form by following this link: Accommodations Request.