Lab Technician - Great Falls (Flexible Schedule ~30 Hrs Weekly)

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

Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is the place to grow a career:

Shift hours:

• Flexible schedule
• Weekend days are negotiable
• Average 30 hours per week

Schedule flexibility is required for potential rotating weekend work, overtime, and off-shift coverage as needed.

Pay:

• $21.50 per hour

About our Location:

The Great Falls plant provides growth opportunities, with production operators frequently promoted to team leaders. While pay and benefits are currently the most competitive aspects, the plant seeks to foster a positive work environment where everyone feels welcomed and appreciated. Interestingly, the plant has a 150-year history and holds the distinction of being the only organic flour mill.

Our Products:

Flour

What your day will look like:

• ENSURING product quality by performing daily analytical, chemical, and physical testing on in-process materials and finished goods.
• MAINTAINING a safe and sanitary laboratory by caring for equipment, managing supplies, and adhering to good manufacturing practices.
• COLLABORATING with the team by communicating test results, supporting various departments, and assisting the Food Safety & Quality Manager.
• DRIVING our quality programs through precise data entry, performing quality audits, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• CHALLENGING yourself to get the JOB DONE RIGHT and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunity.

What you have to offer:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (Word and Excel preferred)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to learn new tasks and take on additional responsibilities

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, and kneeling
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs or ladders
• 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
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and noisy environmental working conditions
• Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment
• Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment