Our OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced Head Miller to join the Christchurch Milling team on a permanent full-time basis.Key responsibilities:Ensure maximum yield is achieved along with highest throughput, while always achieving in spec product, right first time (RFT) and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)Propose technological and efficiency improvements to site operations.Contribute to a strategically developed capital plan.To develop an operator's training curriculum with a schedule that covers milling operators. All milling operators are to have a personalised training schedule with a view to develop a culture where all operators are to be provided a career path to at least be a shift miller or preferably a milling supervisor.Improve the management of grain grist's with a view to reducing the overall cost of grain blends. Must work hand in hand with grain procurement team and ensure the best draw down plan is developed and implemented.Assist and manage the operational implementation of Quality Management systems, Food safety systems and Occupational health and safety systems.To be successful in your application, you will have:Minimum 5-10 years of commercial milling experienceMinimum 5-7 years in a supervisory/technical milling role, ideally having managed multiple milling sites at a national levelOperations Management or Graduate from an internationally recognised milling school (Preferred)National Association of British & Irish Millers (NABIM) qualificationRecognised Diploma (or similar) in either Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.Sound food industry knowledgeProven track record in the ability to troubleshoot existing mill flows for the purpose of optimisation.Ability to create and modify CAD drawings of mill layouts, equipment components and flow sheets.Demonstrated ability to understand and teach others milling machinery mechanics, operation and maintenanceDemonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.Ability to collaborate with Technical Milling and Engineering departmentProven ability to read, analyse and interpret technical data derived from business periodicals and technical papers.Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that involves exposure to dust, long periods of standing, ability to climb ladders and stairs, bend and move to inspect equipment.Benefits:A competitive salaryLong service leaveFree medical insurance through Southern CrossFree productEmployee Assistance ProgrammeHours of work:This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday – Friday, 08h00 – 17h00.40 hours per week.Salary range:$90, $100,000 p/annum depending on experience and skills At Champion Flour Milling Limited we believe in Manaakitanga, caring for each other's wellbeing, nurturing relationships, and engaging positively with each other.Champion Flour Milling Limited is a successful company providing Milling and Bakery solutions to New Zealand industry. It is the industry leader in flour, premix, speciality flour and grains, and cereal fibres in milling and sells a comprehensive range of frozen prepared bakery products.The company has been operating for over 160 years and this wealth of experience is important to the continued success of the organisation.We are part of the Nisshin Seifun Group, an international company providing opportunities for our people.If you would like to know more about our business, the website is Champion Flour Milling Limited holds Accreditation with Immigration NZ and encourages applications from overseas candidates who wish to make New Zealand their home through the provision of a job offer compliant with the Accredited Employer Work Visa criteria.#J-18808-Ljbffr
