Head Miller I | Join Our Team! Location: Mennel Milling Company - Dowagiac, MI Schedule: Full-Time, shift assigned; overtime as required Flip Your Career with Mennel! At Mennel Milling, we've been feeding the world since 1886 by doing what's right and bringing our best to our people. We promote teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and take pride in delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you're an experienced milling professional with a passion for leadership, safety, and quality, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Who You Are The ideal Head Miller is a confident, hands-on leader with deep technical knowledge of flour milling operations. You lead by example, build strong teams, and drive excellence in safety, quality, efficiency, and performance. You are process-driven, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement across milling operations. What You'll Do As the Head Miller, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the milling department while leading, training, and developing mill staff to achieve maximum efficiencies and the highest flour quality. You will own mill performance and ensure finished products consistently meet specifications while supporting Mennel's food safety and quality mission. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading daily milling operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and high-quality production
Ensuring compliance with all food safety regulations, including GMPs, HACCP, FSMA, GFSI, BRC programs, sanitation, and housekeeping standards
Maintaining an everyday audit-ready facility
Training, coaching, and developing milling department employees on safety policies, procedures, and best practices
Driving unscheduled mill downtime toward zero by ensuring availability of equipment parts and supplies
Collaborating with Maintenance to plan repairs and prioritize preventative and predictive maintenance
Leading continuous improvement efforts to enhance mill yield, extraction, and capacity performance
Establishing clear performance expectations and accountability for milling department employees
Owning the quality, consistency, and functionality of finished flour products
Partnering closely with Quality and cross-functional teams to ensure product standards are met
Supporting Mennel's Mission, Motto, and Food Safety & Quality Statement
Performing other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Milling Science or related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a flour milling environment
PCQI certification required
Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail
Proven leadership and team development experience
High mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related computer systems
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate internally and externally
Why Join Mennel? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth:
Competitive Pay
Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
Life Insurance
Profit Sharing
Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
Rewards & Recognition Program
Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)
Tuition Assistance
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and take the next step in your milling career while helping Mennel continue its mission of feeding the world with excellence.
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Head Miller I | Join Our Team! Location: Mennel Milling Company - Dowagiac, MI Schedule: Full-Time, shift assigned; overtime as required Flip Your Career with Mennel! At Mennel Milling, we've been feeding the world since 1886 by doing what's right and bringing our best to our people. We promote teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and take pride in delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you're an experienced milling professional with a passion for leadership, safety, and quality, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Who You Are The ideal Head Miller is a confident, hands-on leader with deep technical knowledge of flour milling operations. You lead by example, build strong teams, and drive excellence in safety, quality, efficiency, and performance. You are process-driven, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement across milling operations. What You'll Do As the Head Miller, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the milling department while leading, training, and developing mill staff to achieve maximum efficiencies and the highest flour quality. You will own mill performance and ensure finished products consistently meet specifications while supporting Mennel's food safety and quality mission. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading daily milling operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and high-quality production
Ensuring compliance with all food safety regulations, including GMPs, HACCP, FSMA, GFSI, BRC programs, sanitation, and housekeeping standards
Maintaining an everyday audit-ready facility
Training, coaching, and developing milling department employees on safety policies, procedures, and best practices
Driving unscheduled mill downtime toward zero by ensuring availability of equipment parts and supplies
Collaborating with Maintenance to plan repairs and prioritize preventative and predictive maintenance
Leading continuous improvement efforts to enhance mill yield, extraction, and capacity performance
Establishing clear performance expectations and accountability for milling department employees
Owning the quality, consistency, and functionality of finished flour products
Partnering closely with Quality and cross-functional teams to ensure product standards are met
Supporting Mennel's Mission, Motto, and Food Safety & Quality Statement
Performing other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Milling Science or related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a flour milling environment
PCQI certification required
Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail
Proven leadership and team development experience
High mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related computer systems
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate internally and externally
Why Join Mennel? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth:
Competitive Pay
Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
Life Insurance
Profit Sharing
Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
Rewards & Recognition Program
Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)
Tuition Assistance
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and take the next step in your milling career while helping Mennel continue its mission of feeding the world with excellence.