Shift Miller

Business Information - Wheat Milling & Pasta

We focus on processing and value addition locally within the region we supply. We are amongst the top grain miller in Africa and no 1 pasta manufacturer in Nigeria. We produce a range of quality pasta, semolina and flours for bread, baguettes, biscuits & confectionaries. With strong regional presence in this category across Nigeria, Senegal, Cameroon and Ghana, we produce high quality flour to meet the growing demand for wheat-based products popular amongst African consumers. Our leading brands, Mama Gold Crown Premium Pasta and Supreme Semolina in Nigeria, First choice in Ghana and Senegal and Bijou in Cameroon, comply with the stringent requirements of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and those of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

We’ve build a long-term relationships with customers such as artisanal bakers, industrial users, and consumers. Understanding their needs and working with them, help us in continuous improvement of our product. We have several initiatives across the region to improve and empower our customers. Few such initiatives are My Healthy Baker in Ghana, Crown Flour Angels Programme in Nigeria & Mamie project in Senegal.

For more information please visit: Grains & Oilseeds | Wheat Milling | Olam Agri

Job Description

The Shift Miller in Olam Agri is responsible for driving operational efficiency, supporting business processes, and ensuring seamless coordination across functions to achieve organizational objectives. The role involves managing milling operations during assigned shifts, ensuring smooth production processes, maintaining quality standards, and coordinating with plant teams for uninterrupted operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient daily milling operations and maximise plant performance
• Maintain product quality and extraction levels as per defined parameters
• Execute production plans and monitor process performance
• Troubleshoot milling issues and optimise equipment performance
• Maintain production and shift reports, including downtime tracking
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, GMP, QMS, FSMS, and 5S standards
• Control operational costs and minimise process waste
• Lead and train milling teams to ensure operational excellence

Additional Responsibilities

Operational Effectiveness

• Monitor and execute production plans while maintaining efficiency and output targets
• Ensure timely reporting of operational performance and downtime
• Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards across the plant

Cost & Process Efficiency

• Minimise production waste (target reduction in process losses)
• Control operational and overhead costs within the department
• Support budgeting and cost optimisation initiatives

Organisational Effectiveness

• Manage vendor services such as cleaning, waste disposal, and maintenance in a cost-effective manner
• Maintain plant premises, including yard and perimeter areas
• Support personnel management and ensure proper record maintenance

Job Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience in wheat milling
• Proven experience in production and milling operations (flour/feed products)
• Experience managing independent operations and leading teams
• Exposure to troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, and process optimisation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Food Science
• NABIMS certification or Diploma in Milling from a recognised milling school (preferred)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of milling processes and equipment
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Ability to manage diverse and multicultural teams
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Effective communication and coordination skills

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.