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General Mills · Buffalo, NY

# General Maintenance Mechanic – Flour Mill

Buffalo, NY Full-time $33.88/hour Skilled Trades & Maintenance 

Listed on General Mills’s official careers site. Posted October 28, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on General Mills’s careers site →](https://genmills.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/GMI_External_Careers/job/Buffalo-NY/General-Maintenance-Mechanic---Flour-Mill_10131365)

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## Job 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.​ POSITION

General Production Associate Starting Pay: $33.88/hour Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift Additional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift 8-hour 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 $33.88/hour starting pay Additional $.34 per hour for hours worked on 2nd shift Additional $.41 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift Up to 14 vacation days annually (prorated based on start date) 13 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 1st shift: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
- 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 (but not limited to): Installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing industrial milling machinery, work tools and equipment Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical issues Providing technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modifications Performing welding and fabrication activities Performing both uptime and downtime preventative maintenance
- Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance Performing corrective maintenance work orders Maintaining all maintenance shop, metal shop, and associated areas per 5S standards
- Assist other plant areas as assigned

### MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED 3-5 years of experience in industrial maintenance or equivalent education in a related field Solid understanding of maintenance shop skills with the ability to read schematics, troubleshoot, and work on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and ability to perform welding and fabrication tasks Basic mechanical understanding and blueprint reading Outstanding mechanical aptitude with applicable, proven maintenance experience.

Proven ability to learn, maintain and practice troubleshooting skills, and use test equipment to diagnose root cause.
- Proficiency in basic computer skills
- 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

Technical degree in industrial maintenance or related field Continuing education in maintenance/technical skills Computer Maintenance Management System experience Demonstrated leadership ability Welding, lathe, mill, and fabrication experience 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:​

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 28, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 1, 2026
- Listed for: 4 days
- Location: Buffalo, NY
- Employment type: Full-time
- Pay: $33.88/hour[Apply on General Mills’s careers site →](https://genmills.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/GMI_External_Careers/job/Buffalo-NY/General-Maintenance-Mechanic---Flour-Mill_10131365)

## Hiring at General Mills
- Open jobs: 382
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Aug 20, 2026

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