Cape Town City Centre: Head Miller (Wheat) posted by Scholtz Partners International

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