Minot Milling Shift Miller

Winland Foods•Minot, ND

1d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

At Winland Foods, every product we make begins with a commitment to Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration. Our Milling Team plays a critical role in turning that commitment into reality. As a Mill Team Member, you’ll be at the heart of our pasta production, ensuring the efficient and high-quality milling of semolina, flour, and feed products. You’ll operate and monitor advanced milling equipment, optimize performance, and ensure consistency that meets both company and industry standards. Your responsibilities will include assessing wheat quality, performing routine equipment checks, and making precise adjustments to maintain proper flow and output. By combining attention to detail with teamwork and problem-solving, you’ll help us deliver safe, high-quality ingredients that are the foundation of food experiences families can trust. This role is more than running equipment—it’s about being part of a team that values doing things right, supporting one another, and continuously improving. At Winland, your work directly contributes to nourishing communities while building your skills in a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Previous experience using computerized equipment to produce quality mill products.
18+ years of age.
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.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
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.
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others at the worksite regarding work matters, which are mostly conducted in English.
This includes the ability to understand and respond to oral communications; understand written information, communications, and safety information; and communicate in writing as needed.
Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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.
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.
Must maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Operate both cleaning houses and mill to maintain moisture levels and screening percentages.
Perform scheduled mill and cleaning house maintenance.
Participate in preventative maintenance for peak mill performance.
Oversee milling process and the use of computerized systems to ensure finished product quality.
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.
Determine wheat blends needed for quality semolina production.
Send samples for laboratory analysis and adjust the milling process based on results.
Direct the blending of semolina and flours to pasta operations or load-out facilities.
Manage feed binning.
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.
Makes recommendations for improving area cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
Assist with SOP development and training.
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
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.
Assist in reviewing mill paperwork.
Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.
Act as 5S champion for area.