What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Miller position at The Mennel Milling Company?
Location: Mennel Milling Company – Bucyrus Flour Mill
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 every day. We promote teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and take pride in delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you’re looking to build a career in milling and manufacturing, this is your opportunity to learn and grow with an industry leader.
Who You Are
The ideal Apprentice Miller is a motivated, hands‑on learner with strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. You are eager to develop your skills in milling operations, work safely in a fast‑paced environment, and grow into increased responsibility over time.
What You’ll Do
As an Apprentice Miller, you will operate and support flour milling processes under the direction of the Head Miller or Shift Miller. You’ll play a key role in learning mill operations while helping ensure efficient production and adherence to food safety and quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating flour transfers in alignment with production, quality, and customer specifications
- Performing quality checks and food safety verification on flour transfers
- Supporting daily mill operations, including mill adjustments and changes
- Assisting with equipment troubleshooting and basic repairs as needed
- Supporting and guiding mill operators to ensure tasks are completed effectively
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and audit‑ready work environment following SOPs and sanitation schedules
- Ensuring compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, and all food safety requirements
- Attending training sessions and actively developing milling knowledge and skills
- Covering for the Head Miller or Shift Miller when needed as skills progress
- Performing other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 1–3 years of manufacturing, food production, or related experience preferred
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn milling operations
- Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
- Ability to prioritize work and operate with minimal supervision over time
- Good communication skills and ability to work across teams
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar systems)
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 start your journey toward a rewarding career in milling with Mennel.