South Africa: Head Miller posted by Scholtz Partners International

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