Head Miller
Head Miller - Lead Our Milling Operations πΎ
Our client, a Western Cape flour mill, is seeking an experienced Head Miller to lead end-to-end mill operations!
What we offer:
π Riebeek Wes, Western Cape based
β° Working hours: 8:00 - 16:00π° Market-related salary
π Corporate/Smart casual environment
Essential Experience:
β 5+ years wheat flour milling experience
π 3-5 years in senior/chief/head miller position
π Proven track record improving extraction, OEE, and product quality
βοΈ Hands-on experience with roll stands, sifters, purifiers, pneumatics
π₯ Leadership of multi-shift operations
π‘οΈ HACCP/GMP implementation in food manufacturing
Key Skills:
π§ Strong mill flow understanding and optimization
π Analytical problem-solving with data-driven decisions
π Planning and scheduling to meet demand efficiently
π¨πΌ Team leadership and performance management
π Continuous improvement mindset (PDCA/Lean)
β οΈ Safety-first approach with attention to detail
Qualifications Required:
π SAGMA Certified (Essential)
π» MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
π Basic LIMS/QA data entry experience
What You''ll Do:
πΎ Lead wheat intake, conditioning, grinding, sifting & packing operations
π― Ensure target extraction, quality, safety & cost efficiency
π₯ Manage milling team across multiple shifts
π Drive continuous improvement initiatives
π€ Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain & Finance
Key Performance Areas:
π Achieve extraction targets and minimize waste
β Maintain on-spec flour quality and compliance
β‘ Improve OEE and reduce unplanned downtime
π° Reduce energy consumption and cost per ton
π¦Ί Zero safety incidents and full compliance
π Deliver quantified continuous improvement benefits