Description
To drive the technical performance of raw material and product processes in order to achieve optimum productivity and world-class quality standards, while keeping the operational cost within budget.
Requirements
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING
Grade 12
Qualified Miller
REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 4 years experience as a Miller
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Ensure effective internal and external communication to all permanent, outsourced and Head Office personnel
Timeous, correct and effective dissemination of information to all employees within your department
Ensure that MPD and OEE targets are achieved at all times
Manage that incoming maize moisture and ensure optimum moisture addition during 1st conditioning
Manage routine sampling of maize in 40-ton batches
Ensure all maize receipts comply with Grade 1 specifications and downgrade non-conforming consignments
Minimise downtime in accordance with company benchmarks and ensure consistent achievement of the most profitable divide and maximisation of technical performance of the mill
Coordinate and conduct daily food review meetings
Manage raw material grading and quality control analysis of all products every two hours
Ensure routine cleaning and inspection of all conditioning and finished product bins
Regularly conduct fumigation and hygiene inspection audits and submit reports to the Technical Director
Manage fumigation equipment and chemicals to ensure zero infestation within the mill and silo
Build and maintain sound relationships with internal and external clients.
Monitor all functional operational costs, measure and analyse purchases and operational costs against the budget
Ensure compliance with both HACCP and ISO standards, the quality management system manual and health and safety regulations
Manage and monitor employee performance standards, identify training and development needs, and ensure fair disciplinary action to address deviations
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES
Management, leadership and interpersonal skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Fully conversant with grading regulations
Comply with the company's world-class manufacturing and performance standards
Mechanical inclined
Problem-solving
Crisis management
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Accountability
Hardworking and able to work overtime
Innovative
Quality orientation
Proactive
Reliable and positive
Safety conscious
Closing Date: 22 June 2026