Great people, great company, same politics of other big companies - Anonymous employee General Mills Employee Review

4.0
Aug 3, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The people that I've met here are some of the best I've met in life! I've made lifelong friends here. The benefits definitely play a role in why people stay with the company. There is a clear career path and you can climb the latter rather quickly if you work for it. Half day Friday's in the summer, if your position actually allows you to take advantage of it.

Cons

You still have to deal with politics, very hierarchical structure. Depending on your position, you could end up working really long hours. At the same time though there are people that can take advantage of the work flex (more accepting of work flex if you have kids or are married). Straight salary is under the midrange of the market, but they make up for it in benefits.

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5.0
Mar 17, 2026
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Pros

Good work life balance, many people fully remote or hybrid

Cons

Layoffs are often and if you don’t move quickly you get caught up in them

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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