A reasonably good employer, but I’m glad I’m no longer at the company. - R&D Food Scientist II General Mills Employee Review

4.0
Oct 3, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Solid benefits, excellent vacation time, on site fitness center and emergency child care are a big plus. Generally good corporate culture and talented employees.

Cons

Management says that risk taking is supported, but actual experience suggests otherwise. Moreover, while there is certainly an inclusive culture with regard to gender, ethnicity, etc., there is a certain orthodoxy of thought and general aversion to risk that hampers their R&D efforts. The “r” in R&D continues to shrink and that trend seems likely to continue.

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5.0
Feb 17, 2026
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Pros

Usually have an okay work life balance, pay is good

Cons

Work lots of hours, some weekends

4.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great people, okay schedule, some perks and benefits were okay.

Cons

Manufacturing, so always wanting more with less. Hard to please as they are constantly changing everything.

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