Does General Mills pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, General Mills employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at General Mills. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at General Mills?

80% of General Mills employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated General Mills 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at General Mills?

Manager (87) , Analyst (56) , Machine Operator (56) , Associate Marketing Manager (50) , Financial Analyst (43) , Business Analyst (41) , Consultant (39) , Intern (36) , Finance Manager (34) , Senior Financial Analyst (31) , Senior Analyst (30) , Assistant Manager (28) , Promotor De Vendas (28) , Team Leader (28) , Auxiliar De Produção (27)

What are the pros of working at General Mills according to real employee reviews?

"The plant I worked at was full of great people and it was fun coming to work." ((in 406 reviews)); "Work life balance is good if you plan ahead and keep on top of your work." ((in 396 reviews)); "And Great benefits" ((in 367 reviews)); "Work Culture is good and flexible." ((in 120 reviews)); "The opportunity is great and opens up many doors." ((in 70 reviews))

What are the cons of working at General Mills according to real employee reviews?

"poor management and promotion practices" ((in 102 reviews)); "Bad Managers: GMI has a “Great Managers” program developed to improve the quality of people managers in marketing." ((in 66 reviews)); "Frequent layoffs, Large" ((in 64 reviews)); "Change in characteristics/behaviors that are valued by senior leadership" ((in 53 reviews)); "Teams that were once highly motivated and worked long hours now leave the office promptly at 3:00 p.m. every day." ((in 42 reviews))

What are employees saying about General Mills layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about General Mills layoffs and their outlook for job security at General Mills in 2026.

What are the top reviewed General Mills locations?

Buenos Aires , Almirante Brown , Burzaco

General Mills reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(3,893 total reviews)

Jeff Harmening

80% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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General Mills has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 3,893 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The General Mills employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

4K reviews

4.0

Dec 20, 2024

Great place to work

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hybrid work with great culture

Cons

Too many restructures recently and frequent changes in leadership

5.0

Dec 20, 2024

Ways of working

Sr. manager it

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work life balance, flexibity, employee friendly environment

Cons

Brand is not well known in Indian markets

2.0

Dec 20, 2024

Great Work-Life Balance with Limited Technical Growth Opportunities

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The organization is particularly well-suited for married couples with dual incomes, offering a commendable work-life balance in the post-COVID era. It provides flexibility by supporting remote and hybrid work arrangements. Employees who maintain a positive rapport with management may have the opportunity to relocate to their native regions, significantly reducing their cost of living while continuing to contribute effectively to their roles.

Cons

The opportunities for technical growth are limited, as the organization is not a technology-focused company but rather an FMCG. Individuals looking to advance into managerial roles may find this environment more suitable. However, those who prefer to focus on technical expertise may find the scope for development somewhat restricted. Success in this organization often depends on visibility, with employees who engage in extracurricular activities or maintain a prominent presence on the floor being more likely to advance.

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