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General Mills · Joplin, MO

# FSQ Lab Technician - Blue Buffalo

Joplin, MO Full-time $20.00 per hour Skilled Trades & Maintenance 

Listed on General Mills’s official careers site. Posted November 5, 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/Joplin-MO/FSQ-Lab-Technician---Blue-Buffalo_10131630)

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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

FSQ Lab Technician Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour Day Shift: 6:45 am to 7 pm 12-hour shifts | 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off schedules Why Join Our Team Located in historic Joplin, at our Joplin Pet manufacturing site we produce Blue Buffalo dog food, Sizzlers, Stix, Bits, Blue Bones and Wilderness Wild Bones dog treats. We foster a culture where we want our employees to be excited to come to work.

We have a variety of committees at our plant to engage and connect our employees. Our Blue Rah committee hosts events throughout the year, as well as events for employees and their families. We also partner with our local humane society for different events and volunteer work.

What We Have to Offer $20.00 per hour starting pay Up to $23.50 per hour (internal pay advancement) $1.00 per hour additional for hours worked between 7 pm and 7 am Up to 120 hours (10 days) vacation annually 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 12-hour shifts Day shift: 6:45 am – 7:00 pm Night shift: 6:45 pm – 7:00 am Currently hiring for Day shift 12-hour schedule: Work repeating 3 nights on, 2 nights off, 2 nights on, 3 nights off schedule
- 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:
- Manage and execute product inspections, analytical testing, and documentation
- Assist and support QA supervisor in meeting regulatory, food safety and compliance standards Conduct HACCP and SQF related monitoring and verification activities including control checks, audits, temperature checks, CCP verification, pest control observations, pre-shipment reviews, microbiological swabbing, and other processing procedural checks or inspections
- Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
- Assist in training new employees

### MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts
- Knowledge of food industry quality and sanitation standards and requirements a plus SQF and FGSI knowledge a plus Working knowledge of AA, NIR and Leco systems a plus
- 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) Basic computer skills with the ability to use digital tools and systems to complete daily work tasks
- 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

Experience in a manufacturing/production environment 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: Nov 5, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 8, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 8, 2026
- Listed for: 3 days
- Location: Joplin, MO
- Employment type: Full-time
- Pay: $20.00 per hour[Apply on General Mills’s careers site →](https://genmills.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/GMI_External_Careers/job/Joplin-MO/FSQ-Lab-Technician---Blue-Buffalo_10131630)

## Hiring at General Mills
- Open jobs: 389
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Aug 20, 2026

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