Mill Supervisor

Purpose and Scope of Position:
 

The Mill Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily mill operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant production of flour, cereal, grain, and other milled products. This position provides leadership to mill team members, coordinates production activities, maintains quality standards, and ensures equipment, personnel, and resources are effectively utilized to meet production goals. The Mill Supervisor promotes a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while supporting Wheat Montana's operational and customer service objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily mill operations, production schedules, and workflow to meet operational goals.
• Lead, train, coach, and develop mill employees to ensure safe and efficient work performance.
• Monitor production processes to ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Oversee grain receiving, storage, handling, milling, packaging, and finished product inventory activities.
• Ensure all food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, allergen control, sanitation, and quality assurance requirements are followed.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with all workplace safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental standards.
• Conduct employee scheduling, attendance management, performance coaching, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, quality, and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality assurance, transportation, warehouse, and production teams to support business objectives.
• Monitor production costs, material usage, waste reduction, and operational efficiencies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and recommend process improvements.
• Investigate and document safety incidents, quality concerns, and operational issues.
• Assist in workforce planning, staffing, onboarding, and training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support mill and company operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises mill production employees.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring recommendations, onboarding, training, scheduling, directing work, evaluating performance, addressing complaints, resolving problems, and administering corrective action when necessary.
• Serves as a role model for safety, food safety, professionalism, and company values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and manage multiple operational activities.
• Strong understanding of milling, grain handling, food production, or manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, GMPs, HACCP principles, sanitation requirements, and quality management systems.
• Ability to analyze operational data and make sound business decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to safely operate or oversee the operation of mill equipment and material handling systems.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED or associate degree or technical training in manufacturing, agriculture, milling, food science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing, grain processing, milling, food production, or related industrial experience.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of production scheduling, quality systems, and food safety programs.
• Must be fluent in English as a primary or secondary language to effectively communicate with leadership, employees, vendors, and regulatory personnel.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Stone Ground Bakery and Wheat Montana is equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.