Assistant Miller - 3rd shift

Ardent Mills; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Savings with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Ardent Mills is seeking an Assistant Miller for a 3rd shift to run cleaning house operations and support the shift miller. You will ensure wheat and flour meet quality specs while upholding Food Safety Policies and GMPs.

The role requires basic mechanical aptitude, weekend/rotating shifts, PPE, and ability to work 24/7 with rotating schedule. Training in Milling Practices and Programs will be provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an industrial environment (milling, agricultural, food production, or equivalent).
• Basic skills with computer applications, including Microsoft Office, with ability to learn new programs.

Responsibilities

• Operate cleaning house side of the mill and support the shift miller.
• Follow sanitation and GMP policies; perform sanitation and IPM tasks.
• Assist in mill repairs; monitor wheat blending schedules and specifications.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Industrial experience

PPE & safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Assistant Miller - 3rd shiftYour role:As an Assistant Miller, you will be responsible for running the cleaning house side of the mill, supporting the shift miller, and ensuring all wheat and flour meets the required specifications while following all Food Safety Policies and GMPs, and completing sanitation and IPM tasks. You will utilize milling knowledge with the ability to set up machinery to maximize results.To succeed, you must be able to:Deliver results in first-time situations by inspiring others and working to earn trust every dayServe others with understanding, respect, and careOperate with simplicity, clarity and transparencyDeal with and drive changeOrganize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlineLearn and apply new technology, and share your knowledge with othersAbove all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with reliability, integrity, compliance and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.Your responsibilities:Will be responsible for specific phases of the milling and wheat cleaning operations as assigned by supervisor including sanitation dutiesDevelop mechanical ability to assist in all aspects of preventative checks and mill repairAccurately follow the schedule and specifications for wheat blending as well as providing feedbackLearn and proficiently perform testing and monitoring of product through the milling and cleaning processesMaintain sanitation standards, in accordance to policies, to provide a safe and food safe work environmentMaintain all tools/equipment and execute processes in the 5S, Pristine AMPS standards using process tools such as Centerline, 5S, understanding loss through 5why to create continuous improvement process by determining Root Cause and Corrective Actions.Maintain documentation of a variety of activities and inventories through computer or paper systemsCommunicate effectively with management, team members and customersEssential skills and experiences:High School diploma or GED equivalentMinimum of 1 years’ experience in an industrial environment (milling, agricultural, food production, or equivalent)Basic skills with computer applications, to include Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn and use new computer programsGood to have:2+ years’ experience in an industrial environment (milling, agricultural, food production, or equivalent)Demonstrated mechanical understanding and intermediate troubleshooting abilityUnderstanding of safety behaviors within production environmentMill Production experiencePhysical requirements and working conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation):Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as is required by the operating areas (i.e. safety glasses, protective footwear, hard hat, hearing protection and, at times, a respirator)Ability to work a rotating schedule including nights, weekends and holidaysAbility to work a machine-paced continuous process that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with conditions which include:Hot/Cold temperatures (inclement weather)Indoor/Outdoor environmentDusty environment (to include Wheat/Gluten allergens)Noisy environmentFrequent moving/vibration/ or other motion of equipment/processesElevated PlacesAbility to perform work safely which may require:Frequently standing, walking, rotating, bending/stooping, twisting, crouching, kneeling, balancing and reaching or lifting at varying heights and levelsFrequently climbing stairs and/or laddersOccasionally lifting, shoveling and/or carryingOccasionally pushing and/or pullingWorking in confined or elevated placesOther considerations:Must be able to read, interpret instruction and technology and communicate effectively in EnglishMust be willing to work alongside your team including long days, on rotating or varying shifts (days, evenings, and nights) as well as overtime, weekend or holiday work.Have willingness for training and development in Milling Practices and Programs (to include other department operations)Must be authorized to work in the Unites states without sponsorship now and in the futureExcept where prohibited by law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test and pre-employment background checkTeam members must be clean shaven in order to perform tasks where respiratory protection is required and the use of a respirator (including N-95 dust mask) requires a proper seal for adequate protection.The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.Location:Denver COAddress:3750 Wynkoop Street, Denver CO, 80216Additional Locations (if applicable):Employment Type:Full timeAdditional Information:Competitive Compensation:Hourly - Hourly Plan, 30.59 USD HourlyBenefits:At Ardent Mills we offer a wide range of benefits to our team members and their eligible family members. Some of our great benefit programs you may be eligible for include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts • Life and Disability Programs • Voluntary Benefit Programs • Company Sponsored Wellness Programs • Retirement Savings with Company Match • Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE).Application Deadline:09/21/2026EEO Commitment:At Ardent Mills, everyone matters and everyone has a voice. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members and the decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic protected by law or not. Together, celebrating our differences, we make Ardent Mills. The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The description, duties, functions, and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of Ardent Mills.En Ardent Mills, todos importan y todos tienen voz. Estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente de respeto mutuo donde haya igualdad de oportunidades disponibles para todos los solicitantes y miembros del equipo y las decisiones se basarán en el mérito, la competencia, el desempeño y las necesidades comerciales. Estamos orgullosos de ser un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. No discriminamos por motivos de raza, color, religión, credo, origen nacional, ascendencia, estado civil, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, discapacidad física o mental, embarazo, información genética, condición de veterano, edad, política. afiliación, o cualquier otra característica no meritoria protegida por ley o no. Juntos, celebrando nuestras diferencias, formamos Ardent Mills. La descripción del puesto anterior ha sido diseñada para indicar la naturaleza general y los deberes y responsabilidades esenciales del trabajo realizado por los empleados dentro de este puesto. Es posible que no contenga un inventario completo de todos los deberes, responsabilidades y calificaciones requeridas de los empleados en este puesto. La descripción, los deberes, las funciones y las responsabilidades están sujetos a cambios a discreción de Ardent Mills.Shift Differential:The Company provides a shift differential to eligible employees who are assigned to and work shifts outside of standard business hours. Shift differential is paid in addition to the employee's regular base hourly rate and is included in the calculation of the regular rate for overtime purposes.La Compañía proporciona un diferencial de turno a los empleados elegibles que están asignados a turnos de trabajo y fuera del horario comercial estándar. El diferencial de turnos se paga además de la tarifa horaria básica regular del empleado y se incluye en el cálculo de la tarifa regular para fines de horas extras.Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer:At Ardent Mills, the security of our employees and candidates is a priority. We will never request sensitive information such as your bank account information, social security number, or other non-publicly available information during the application and interview process. If someone asks you for sensitive information, we strongly advise that you assume that individual is not affiliated with Ardent Mills. Some things to watch out for:Slightly altered or unprofessional email addresses. Ardent Mills’ Recruitment team only corresponds from email addresses with the domain [e-mail] or [e-mail] job requirements or job descriptions. Our open job opportunities and descriptions can be found at ardentmillscareers.com