Apprentice Miller

The Mennel Milling Company; Bucyrus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health benefits

Life insurance

Profit sharing

Career advancement

Rewards program

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Mennel Milling Company in Bucyrus is seeking an Apprentice Miller to learn milling operations while supporting daily flour production under the Head Miller or Shift Miller. This entry role focuses on safety, quality, and efficient processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, develop technical milling knowledge, and grow into increased responsibility with training, supervision, and clear performance milestones.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing, food production, or related experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn milling operations
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
• Ability to prioritize work and operate with minimal supervision over time
• Good communication skills and ability to work across teams
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar systems)

Responsibilities

• Coordinating flour transfers in alignment with production, quality, and customer specifications
• Performing quality checks and food safety verification on flour transfers
• Supporting daily mill operations, including mill adjustments and changes
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and audit-ready work environment following SOPs and sanitation schedules
• Ensuring compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, and all food safety requirements
• Attending training sessions and actively developing milling knowledge and skills
• Covering for the Head Miller or Shift Miller when needed as skills progress
• Performing other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving mindset

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Respirator fit test

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Mennel Milling Company - Bucyrus Flour Mill

Schedule: Full-Time, shift assigned; overtime as required

Apprentice Miller | Join Our Team!

Flip Your Career with Mennel!

At Mennel Milling, we've been feeding the world since 1886 by doing what's right and bringing our best every day. We promote teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and take pride in delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you're looking to build a career in milling and manufacturing, this is your opportunity to learn and grow with an industry leader.

Who You Are

The ideal Apprentice Miller is a motivated, hands-on learner with strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. You are eager to develop your skills in milling operations, work safely in a fast-paced environment, and grow into increased responsibility over time.

What You'll Do

As an Apprentice Miller, you will operate and support flour milling processes under the direction of the Head Miller or Shift Miller. You'll play a key role in learning mill operations while helping ensure efficient production and adherence to food safety and quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating flour transfers in alignment with production, quality, and customer specifications
• Performing quality checks and food safety verification on flour transfers
• Supporting daily mill operations, including mill adjustments and changesMaintaining a clean, safe, and audit-ready work environment following SOPs and sanitation schedules
• Ensuring compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, and all food safety requirements
• Attending training sessions and actively developing milling knowledge and skills
• Covering for the Head Miller or Shift Miller when needed as skills progress
• Performing other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years of manufacturing, food production, or related experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn milling operations
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
• Ability to prioritize work and operate with minimal supervision over time
• Good communication skills and ability to work across teams
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar systems)

Why Join Mennel?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)
• Tuition Assistance