Entry Mill Team Member

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. 

• Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance:   

• Operate both cleaning houses and mill to maintain moisture levels and screening percentages. 

• Perform scheduled mill and cleaning house maintenance. 

• Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management: 

• Ensure the production of quality, safe, and legal products. 

• Ensure semolina meets quality standards. 

• Safely load/unload railcars and trucks with flour, by-products, and wheat. 

• Take daily bin inventory measurements. 

• Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance: 

• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, BRC, FSMA, and company food safety policies.  

• Follow proper storage procedures for products. 

• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas and an audit-ready work environment. 

• Promptly report any safety or quality concerns. 

• Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training: 

• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals. 

• Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement: 

• Complete magnet/tailing logs and Master Sanitation Schedules. 

• Monitor enrichment feeder rates. 

• Minimize shift downtime to meet or exceed run efficiency standards. 

• Use computer systems for operations and reporting. 

• Maintain accurate material handling records. 

• Participate in improvement projects. 

• Actively participate in all required training. 

• Participate in 5S efforts. 

Knowledge, Training and Experience: 

Education & Experience: 

• High School Diploma or GED required.  

• Previous experience using computerized equipment to produce quality mill products.  

• 18+ years of age.  

Technical & Mechanical Skills: 

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes. 

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities. 

• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills. 

• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues. 

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 

Safety & Compliance: 

• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations. 

• Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed. 

• Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement. 

Teamwork, Communication & Leadership: 

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. 

• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels). 

• Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision. 

Personal Attributes & Work Ethic: 

• Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed. 

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 

• Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement. 

Physical Demands:   

• Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Tasks may involve frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.   

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.   

• Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.   

• Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.   

• Employees must wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment, as outlined in the Employee Handbook, posted policies, or as directed by leadership.   

• Must adhere to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out, safe lifting techniques, and others as instructed.   

• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations depending on the area assigned   

• Must maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.