Jenna Ellis
About Jenna Ellis
Jenna Ellis is a Project Engineer at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a background in Chemical Engineering and extensive experience in manufacturing and engineering roles.
Current Role at General Mills
Jenna Ellis currently holds the position of Project Engineer at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. In this role, she provides project management leadership on various projects, collaborating closely with business teams and key stakeholders. Her responsibilities include production support, troubleshooting assistance to Systems Engineers, Team Leaders, and Maintenance, and engaging in Continuous Improvement practices for purchased equipment. Additionally, she offers design standards for new equipment, emphasizing the importance of practical insights from operators on the manufacturing floor to enhance their safety and efficiency.
Past Experience at General Mills
Before her current role, Jenna Ellis worked at General Mills as a Manufacturing and Engineering Associate from 2013 to 2015. During this period, she also participated in the MEA program, a two-year development initiative designed to build technical mastery and leadership expertise. Her work primarily focused on developing projects that improved operational efficiency and safety in manufacturing processes.
Previous Work at Amway
In 2012, Jenna Ellis had a brief stint at Amway as a Manufacturing Intern in the Cosmetics Plant in Ada, Michigan. During her three-month internship, she gained valuable insights into the complexities of supply chain and manufacturing processes. This opportunity provided her with foundational experience in the industry, contributing to her understanding of large-scale production environments.
Engineering Co-op at Sun Chemical
From 2009 to 2012, Jenna Ellis was an Engineering Co-op at Sun Chemical in Parsippany, New Jersey. Over three years and five sessions, she played a significant role in a multi-million dollar project that involved the redesign, construction, and startup of two existing facilities. This experience honed her skills in project management and engineering, laying the groundwork for her future roles.
Educational Background
Jenna Ellis attended Purdue University, where she completed her Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and Economics from 2008 to 2013. Her academic coursework equipped her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and economic theories. Prior to university, she studied at Marian Catholic High School from 2004 to 2008. Her time at Purdue also included active participation in Women in Engineering, where she served as a Leadership Team Member for four years.