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
Controls Electrician Tech - Flour Mill
Starting Pay: $37.87 - $43.75 (Based on level of competency)
$0.34/hour additional shift differential pay (2nd shift)
$0.41/hour additional shift differential pay (3rd shift)
8-hour rotating shifts
Why Join Our Team
The Buffalo plant produces Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Honey Nut Cheerios, Honey Nut Chex, Corn Chex, and Gold Medal Flour. Located on Buffalo’s waterfront, it offers easy access to Canada and major cities like Toronto and New York City, and supports career growth through seniority-based bidding and apprenticeship programs. The plant also builds community through events like a summer barbecue, a family picnic at a local amusement park, and a holiday dinner for all three shifts served by leadership. Employees take pride in the plant’s strong family ties, and notable history includes its former name, Cheeri-Oats, grain transport by boat, and a fire the day before it opened in 1940.
What We Have to Offer
$37.87 - $43.75 Starting Pay (Based on level of competency)
$0.34/hour additional shift differential pay (2nd shift)
$0.41/hour additional shift differential pay (3rd shift)
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 shift - shift schedule rotation every 5th week
1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm
2nd shift: 3 pm to 11 pm
Every 5th week shift rotation from 1st shift to 1 week on 2nd shift (may be longer, if needed)
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:
Supporting, creating, integration, troubleshooting and improving a variety of processing/packaging controls systems including Wonderware, and PLC.
Reading and updating electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams
Providing technical support/skills for troubleshooting equipment and controls/equipment modifications
Design and layout circuits, install fixtures, wiring conduits, motors, and other electrical equipment/components
Performing both uptime and downtime preventative electrical maintenance
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
Assist other plant areas as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED
3-5 years (minimum) of industrial electrical maintenance experience, including machine repair and troubleshooting
Must be recognized as a Controls Technician by General Mills Buffalo Standards
Electronic knowledge with 480v industrial wiring and troubleshooting experience
PLC programming, troubleshooting and instrumentation
Experience with AB PLC platforms; Servo Control Systems; Robotic Controls Systems
Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts
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
HMI experience, Wonderware or Rockwell Panelview preferred
Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
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.
Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career: