Position OverviewThe Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineer (internally called a Systems Engineer) role provides technical leadership and serves as a system and product specialist. They are responsible to build the team's packaging and processing technical skills through a hands‑on approach. They are accountable for the operational foundation systems across the platform to secure basic conditions and drive out losses. The Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineer plays a critical role to continuously improve by optimizing system performance and product quality while driving strategic productivity and capacity solutions for the platform and ultimately the business.This level is an entry role to the Manufacturing Process and Packaging Engineer career. The primary focus will be on daily troubleshooting, problem solving and on‑floor activities to build confidence, capability and credibility with the theory of operations, 4M relationships and our product portfolios. It involves significant floor time to understand manufacturing processes, coupled with development within the System Engineering JTA. As progress is made to grow equipment and technical knowledge, overall capability will improve to identify and execute solutions for performance improvements and loss elimination.To learn more about our Joplin NAF (North American Foodservice) plant and surrounding area click here!SafetyCultivate Human Safety Culture that reduces risk by increasing capability to proactively discuss, identify and control risk.Cultivate Food Safety Culture that is committed to manufacturing safe food that is compliant with policy and regulatory requirements.Capability BuildingTroubleshoot, problem solve and facilitate on‑floor activities to build team member confidence, and capability of theory of operation and Operational Foundational Systems (CIL, CL, DH).Communicate and engage effectively with teams on the manufacturing floor.Process Leadership and OwnershipDriving System Utilization (DSU)Responsible to build necessary skills around the development of Loss Tree and glidepaths for the line / system.Execute loss elimination tasks to improve system and equipment reliability through use of continuous improvement processes and problem solving.Execute HMM initiatives.Daily Direction Setting (DDS) And Operations Foundational SystemsAccountable for the operations foundational systems across the platform to secure basic conditions and drive out losses (Clean‑Inspect‑Lubricate CIL, Centerlines CL, and Theory of Operation TOO).Vertical Start‑Up (VSU)Provide start‑up support to the platform team to drive execution and improvements.Know Your Operation, Data And TechnologyGain exposure through a physical presence on the manufacturing floor to the 4M's (machine, materials, methods, human) to grow skills and understanding of interdependency of inputs.Gain exposure to data and information systems to identify and drive decision making (performance metrics, financial information, data historian, maintenance management system).Learn material balances and unit operation capability on your system(s) to ensure optimal production rates, parameters, and formulas.Develop through connections and learning from operators, technicians, maintenance, and peers through rigorous application and understanding of foundational systems.Back‑Up SupportThis position will provide backup support as needed, ensuring business continuity and operational efficiency.Technical partners on platform team (SE, QE, Maintenance)Minimum QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related degree with applicable experience or extensive relevant work experience1+ years of related experienceTheory/functionality of manufacturing systems and unit operationsData and manufacturing performance metrics analysisConsumer Products or Process Industry experienceFood science or process/packaging science experienceStatistical analysis and analytical methodsMechanical aptitudeGeneral Engineering Principles knowledgeDemonstrated leadership and working in a highly collaborative environmentSuccess in driving results through process and teamworkProven success reducing losses and improving performance in a manufacturing settingDemonstrated technical capability and knowledge of unit operations and manufacturing machinerySkilled at communicating between work groups, cross‑functional resources, and other members of the plant and corporate teamsWorking knowledge of manufacturing data analysis systems (examples: SAP, Maximo, Manufacturing Analytics, MQIS) and proven success with decision making for resultsPreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree (technical/science/engineering preferred)2+ years of related experienceAdditional ConsiderationsInternational relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.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.Company OverviewWe 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 RangeThe salary range for this position is $70,100.00 – $105,200.00 per annum. 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 RequestIf 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr