Head Miller - Lead Our Milling Operations

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?