OVERVIEW
Reporting directly to Sr. Quality Engineer, this role supports various plant Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) functions to ensure safe and high-quality finished products. The Avon plant is located just outside of Des Moines, IA, and produces Betty Crocker baking mixes and food service bakery flour.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Support Avon's FSQ programs through various analytical testing, physical auditing, verification and administrative duties. Monitor Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and sanitation program compliance through daily and monthly verification and audits. Support plant HACCP program implementation through record verification. Partner with operation managers, team leaders and Quality Engineers to support production, decision making, issue management and risk assessment.
Manage hold orders and plant sensory program. Provide training in the area of food safety, regulatory, sanitation and quality measurement systems to appropriate plant personnel. Support additional FSRA (Food Safety & Regulatory Assessment) and plant activities as assigned.
Be trained as a primary back-up to the flour lab technician responsible for flour quality monitoring and specification compliance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma/GED
2-year Associate’s Degree (or equivalent work experience)
Analytical lab experience of 1 to 3 years
Bias for action and results
Self-motivated
Demonstrates effective time management, organizational skills, and informed decision making
Provides clear and concise communication
Ability to develop mutual trust with plant employees and be part of constructive, positive change within a plant environment
Computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook) and ability to learn internal computer programs
Willingness and ability to flex work hours as needed and adapt to change job requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in STEM related field.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
In ITQ, we are relied on to bring expertise and continuity to our business. It takes time to build the type of deep expertise that drives innovation and helps build bold brands. We will all consistently need several cycles of success to truly have an impact and develop key skills and capabilities. As you apply for new roles, it is important for you to know that we expect a minimum of 24 months in role to ensure you are set up to drive impact and results.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa.
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 other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this position is $41900.00 - $57800.00 / Annually. 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.
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