Head Miller

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