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
- General Production Associate
- Starting Pay: $55.62/hour
- 8-hour shifts | Flexible hours
Why Join Our Team
Our Chanhassen site manufactures Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, biscuits, cookies, corn muffins, and more. Located just outside the Twin Cities, the plant offers easy access to restaurants and activities while fostering employee growth, advancement, and cross-functional learning. Our caring, inclusive culture includes year-round events, committees, recognition programs, raffles, volunteer opportunities, wellness programs, and education reimbursement. Fun fact: the plant is across the street from Prince’s former home and produces more than 110 products.
What We Have to Offer
- $55.62/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
- 8-hour shifts
- Day Shift: Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 2 PM is preferred
- Working hours can be flexible
- Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
- Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
As part of our manufacturing team, you will:
- Supervise electrical work of GMI registered unlicensed employees and contractors performing installations, additions, alterations, or repair work at Chanhassen
- Review electrical drawings, equipment specifications, and technical documents to ensure equipment meets GMI standards or determine appropriate solutions to achieve equivalent status
- Lead efforts to develop, centralize, and maintain electrical system documentation, one-line diagrams, short circuit, and arc flash studies
- Stay current with GMI Electrical Engineering Standards
- Lead electrical safety requirements including training and onboarding with new employees concerning PPE compliance, MN electrical licensing requirements, compliance of NFPA 70E and the GMI Electrical Safe Work Practices Program
- Approve electrical work hours for unlicensed employees and ensure unlicensed registrations and continuing education credits are current
- Lead continuing education training to build electrical skills in registered unlicensed employees
- Provide guidance for current and future electrical system modifications
- Coordinate and facilitate audits with the State of MN Electrical Inspector
- Develop and implement comprehensive electrical system preventive maintenance plan for the electrical infrastructure and distribution for the Chanhassen plant
- Plan electrical maintenance work orders and assign to registered unlicensed employees
- Facilitate building electrical shutdowns for preventative and corrective work
- Maintain integrity of emergency and stand-by electrical system
- Maintain and standardize electrical nomenclature for all switchgear, transformers, and panelboards
- Troubleshoot power interruptions and lead reliability efforts to maintain power to the site
- Be on call for site power interruptions and coordinate efforts with Xcel Energy or other electrical utilities
- Lead root cause analysis, maintenance, and repair on industrial process equipment
- Assist other plant areas as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Two-year trade school certificate in an accredited Electrical program
- State of Minnesota Master Electrician Class A license
- Minimum 5 years of work experience as a licensed Minnesota Electrician in an industrial environment
- Strong understanding of MN Electrical Statues, OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E
- Experience working on low-voltage (
- Desire/passion to learn more about the software side of controls/automation
- Experience with electrical contractor and project management
- Experience troubleshooting equipment in an industrial setting
- Effective communication, safety, and leadership skills
- Must be able to work in a cross functional team environment that requires continuous skill development
- 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
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.
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