TRAINEE MILLER – Bolux Group 607 views

Bolux Group requires the services of a qualified, experienced

TRAINEE MILLER

Reporting to the Head Miller, you shall have the responsibility to effectively lead and supervise Mill attendants in the production of Maize meal and flour including checking and reporting on all aspects of production.

• Assist in the development of shift rosters in order to ensure that resources are deployed effectively for the efficient operation of the production plan.
• Monitor the performance of staff to optimize individual and shift performance, using appropriate and available resources and processes.
• Inspect all the plant and machinery in the production area at the beginning of each shift and during production to ensure that it adheres to defined standards, and where necessary recommend maintenance.
• Generate production schedules and communicate the schedule to Shift Workers to ensure clarity of production targets and performance requirements.
• Facilitate the measurement and blending of raw material in the production process.
• Ensure the physical and visual inspection of the quality of the product at different stages and ensure that corrective action is taken to maintain defined quality standards.
• Work with the Quality department to ensure that samples are taken from the production line at different stages and tested to ensure that the final product meets defined specifications.
• Ensure that housekeeping is maintained daily within his or her shift and that safety practices are adhered to at all times.
• Maintain proper communication through daily meetings (Invocomms) with other workers.
• Monitor the recording of production data and ensure that it is reported in the value chain management process for input into the accounting system.
• Assist with the training of new employees as well as refresher training for existing employees on all aspects of the production process including food safety and hygiene.
• Enforce the proper wearing of protective attire at all times and adhere to all food safety procedures.
• Participate actively in the implementation of ISO and Kaizen programs in order to contribute to company compliance with Health. Safety and Environmental Policies.
• Undertake other related duties assigned by the supervisor as may be necessary for the achievement of the overall production objectives.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Agricultural Mechanization or a Degree in Food Science and Technology.
• A working knowledge of quality systems and practices will be an added advantage.

The candidate must also possess:

• Good communication skills.
• Pay attention to detail.
• The ability to multi-task.
• Be observant and compliant.