ABOUT GENERAL MILLS

We make food the world loves: 100 brands. In 100 countries. Across six continents. With iconic brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Nature Valley, and Häagen-Dazs, we’ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years (and counting). Each of our brands has a unique story to tell.

How we make our food is as important as the food we make. Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate

us into the future as an innovative force for good. General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi. That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good. For more details check out http://www.generalmills.com

General Mills India Center (GIC) is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value, service excellence and growth, while standing for good for our planet and people.

With our team of 1800+ professionals, we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain (SC) , Digital & Technology (D&T) Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ), Consumer and Market Intelligence (CMI), Sales Strategy & Intelligence (SSI) , Global Shared Services (GSS) , Finance Shared Services (FSS) and Human Resources Shared Services (HRSS).For more details check out https://www.generalmills.co.in

We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow.

JOB OVERVIEW

Function Overview

In partnership with our cross-functional partners, ITQ innovates and develops products that meet the ever-changing needs of our consumers and enables long-term business growth. We identify and develop technologies that shape and protect our businesses today and into the future. ITQ operates across three organizations: Global Applications, Capabilities COEs, and Shared Services & Operations

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Purpose of the role

This position is responsible for designing and executing comprehensive shelf-life studies, analyzing data, and providing critical insights to ensure our products maintain their quality and safety over time. The work will include preparation, physical, chemical, and sensory evaluation along with reporting of results.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Design and implement shelf-life studies for new and existing products.

· Conduct sensory, chemical, and physical analyses to determine product stability.

· Sample preparation involving Baking, frying, steaming, cooking for evaluating shelf life of finished products.

· Monitor and document changes in product quality over time under various storage conditions.

· Collect, record, and analyze data from shelf-life studies using statistical tools.

· Interpret results, identify issues and trends and suggest/make recommendations as necessary to ensure accurate data reporting.

· Maintain accurate and organized records of all testing activities.

· Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure product quality standards are met.

· Organize workload and prioritize samples to maximize output and meet deadlines.

· Perform routine instrument maintenance, troubleshoot and other maintenance required by the Reliability Program.

· Proficient in basic laboratory skills: accurate weighing, pipetting, quantitative transfer of solutions and samples, acid-base titrations

· Well versed in handling analytical Instruments like pH meter, moisture analyzer, texture analyzer, water activity meter.

· Significant attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to be flexible depending on workload.

· Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

· Stay updated on industry trends, advancements in shelf-life testing methodologies, and regulatory changes.