Manufacturing & Engineering Associate - Campus Recruiting

CompanyGeneral Mills HK
LocationChanhassen, MN, Geneva, IL, Carlisle, IA, Joplin, MO, Hannibal, MO, Milwaukee, WI, Green Bay, WI, Wellston, OH, Kansas City, MO, Belvidere, IL, Covington, GA, Cincinnati, OH, Richmond, IN, Albuquerque, NM, Cedar Rapids, IA, Murfreesboro, TN
CategorySoftware Engineering
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Posted2026-08-23
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Description

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'll   make an impact by:

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Building your capability through exposure and ownership of processing,   packaging   and broad manufacturing systems.

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Gaining f ront   line exposure to 24/7 production to   leverage   problem solving and learning agility while driving improvements and   eliminating   losses.

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Learning   from and   l eading Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow your coaching, team building and people-development   skill   set.

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Managing programs to gain   experiences   of   capital project ownership, new system startups and / or initiative leadership.

The fast-paced MEA full-time rotational program consists of   18 months   of development, focused on preparing MEAs for technical skill development and   people   leadership 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 business   need   and personal   interest .   Typically, this placement is within the same facility that the MEA completes their program in; but the opportunity to   relocate   to 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:

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Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Engineering degree in: Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Food Process, or Biological/Biosystems/Agricultural or related degree

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Qualifications for MEA Milling roles: Pursuing a Bachelor’s or   Master’s   degree in Milling Science, Food Science, or related degree

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Graduating in Winter 202 6   or Spring 202 7

Preferred Qualifications:

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Strong academic record

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Strong interpersonal skills, high learning agility, analytical and decision-making skills

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Demonstrated people, technical, and process leadership skills, with a proactive approach to taking initiative and contributing to team success

HUNGRY FOR WHAT’S NEXT?

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Start Date of February 202 7   or   July   202 7

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Relocation   assistance   (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’ll   receive a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall wellbeing, including:

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Competitive salary and eligibility for our annual incentive program

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A strong retirement program with a generous 401(k) match and company contribution .

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Modern health plans and resources for physical, mental   and   financial wellbeing

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A robust time-off program for a healthy work-life balance

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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,   location   and 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 ACCOMODATION 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 .