I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at General Mills (Mumbai) in Aug 2009
Interview
Called up by HR rep, attended a panel interview that included the US team as well and India HR. Shortlisted and selected for a top management interview soon after.
I applied through a staffing agency. I interviewed at General Mills (Albuquerque, NM) in Jan 2010
Interview
Long process with several tests, including troubleshooting, psychological, math, and personality tests; only about 1- 5% of applicants get hired. Team building test involving building a box in a team environment and evaluated by several team members. It took several months to get hired. Also, included drug test and background check.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked about electrical troubleshooting but did not have experience in that field.
I applied through college or university. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at General Mills (Minneapolis, MN)
Interview
First Round- on campus interview
Second Round- on campus interview - personality and iQ tests
Final Round- office visit in MN.
Offer made a month after the office visit.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you missed a deadline and how you handled the situation.