Shift Miller

Miller Milling Company•Winchester, VA

9d•$0 - $26

About The Position

The Shift Miller reviews monitoring and inspection of products, equipment, and processing steps from raw ingredients through finished goods. The role monitors ingredients, formulations, and processing procedures to ensure production meets designed quality standards and follows company policy and federal standards. Compensation is $26.34 per hour. The schedule consists of 12-hour shifts, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m., on a rotating pattern of four days on, four days off, four nights on, and four days off, then back to day shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
At least one year of experience as an assistant miller or equivalent related milling experience.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Thorough knowledge of mill equipment and basic maintenance needs.
Knowledge of different wheat varieties.
Knowledge of grain science and analytical procedures.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot production problems.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office.
Willingness and ability to work with wheat products; must not have wheat or gluten sensitivity.

Responsibilities

Review and manage each mill’s flow sheet and adjust the mill to optimize yield and throughput while maintaining consistent quality.
Identify wheat varieties and produce products to customer specifications during the shift.
Observe equipment operations to ensure smooth operation and detect and correct malfunctions.
Identify and help resolve mill problems, and assist with maintenance of milling equipment.
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
Clean work areas and equipment, including cleaning and lubricating equipment.
Confirm product has the correct mix and is weighed to customer specifications.
Conduct laboratory analyses accurately, precisely, and punctually using approved methods; record results and verify accuracy.
Follow prescribed test procedures and sample-handling protocols.
Provide supervision, work direction, and counseling to hourly mill personnel as needed.
Perform other duties as requested.