Head Miller

Arizona - Tolleson
Tolleson, AZ 85353, USA

ABOUT BAY STATE MILLING

Bay State Milling is a family-owned company with a strategic intent to support the growth of the next generation of grain-based foods in North America by providing the leading array of plant-based ingredients. Since 1899, we have proudly provided exceptional quality flour and grain products, and we continue to build on our legacy as we bring new supply chains and technologies into our realm of capabilities.

Our Core purpose is to provide food ingredients to promote the growth of healthful and affordable food choices for the consumer.

We recognize that the universe of grain-based foods is constantly changing and responding to consumers’ desire for variety, healthfulness, great taste and affordability in their food choices. We are not afraid of change; in fact, we believe that change cultivates opportunity. Our goal is to stay a step ahead of our customer’s needs, while always maintaining the trust they have placed in us for generations.

We are committed to maintaining our Core Values of INTEGRITY, CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION, CARING and QUALITY in pursuit of achieving this goal.

SUMMARY

As the Head Miller, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our milling processes. This role requires an experienced professional with extensive milling experience, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to drive operational excellence, foster a safety-centric culture, ensure quality standards, and lead a high-performing milling team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead and manage all aspects of milling operations, ensuring employee safety, optimal efficiency, and quality.
• Continuously assess and optimize milling processes to enhance department productivity, minimize waste, and improve product quality.
• Provide leadership to the milling team, fostering a culture of safety, operational excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee regular equipment maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to ensure the production of high-quality products that meet our standards.
• Manage the milling department budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficient resource utilization.
• Lead and oversee capital projects related to milling, from planning and budgeting to execution and completion.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Possess a B.S. degree from a four-year college or university or 5 years or more in a grain processing facility.
• Strong knowledge of milling processes, equipment, and quality control standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
• Proven experience in process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, the individual must have a college degree in Milling Science and Management or equivalent job experience.

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