Samirah Gittens
About Samirah Gittens
Samirah Gittens is a Production Line Manager at General Mills with over a decade of experience in the food production industry, including roles at Nestlé and Nestlé Purina North America.
Current Position at General Mills
Samirah Gittens currently holds the position of Production Line Manager at General Mills. She has been with the company since February 2017 and continues to apply her extensive experience in this role. Her responsibilities include overseeing the production line, ensuring product quality, and optimizing production efficiency.
Previous Roles at General Mills and Nestlé
Before becoming a Production Line Manager, Samirah Gittens was a Team Leader at General Mills from 2016 to 2017 in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Previously, she worked at Nestlé in various capacities such as a Production Supervisor in Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland for 8 months in 2015-2016, and as a Management Trainee from 2014 to 2015. She also served as a QA Analyst at Nestlé Purina North America from 2012 to 2014.
Educational Background
Samirah Gittens earned her Bachelor of Science degree from The Behrend College, Penn State University, where she studied from 2007 to 2012. She completed her high school education at Hutchinson Central Technical High School from 2003 to 2007. Her academic training laid the foundation for her career in the food production industry.
Early Career and Internships
Samirah Gittens began her career with an internship at Lord Corporation from 2011 to 2012. This early experience in the industry provided her with valuable insights and skills that she later applied in various roles at Nestlé and General Mills. The internship marked the beginning of her journey in the food production sector.
International Work Experience
Throughout her career, Samirah Gittens gained international experience working in Switzerland and Canada. Her roles in these countries at Nestlé and General Mills contributed to her broad understanding of global food production processes and standards. These international stints have complemented her expertise and versatility in the field.