Assistant Miller - Fostoria Union

The Mennel Milling Company; Fostoria (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible PTO

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Training and Development

Tuition Assistance

401(k) with Company Contributions

Long-term career growth

Job summary

The Mennel Milling Company in Fostoria, OH is seeking an Assistant Miller to support flour mill operations, ensure product quality, and uphold food safety standards. You will participate in daily transfers, quality sampling, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced production setting.

The role requires 1–3 years in milling or manufacturing, ability to pass a respirator test, and a focus on safety and teamwork. A diploma and basic computer skills are needed to succeed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 to 3 years of flour milling, food production, manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
• Ability to pass a Respirator Fit Test and perform job duties while wearing a respirator.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily flour mill operations, flour transfers, and mill changes.
• Perform quality analysis, product sampling, and food safety checks.
• Support equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and routine repairs.
• Monitor wheat cleaning and tempering processes and make adjustments as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and audit-ready work environment.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, HACCP, OSHA, and sanitation requirements.
• Assist with training Mill Utility personnel.
• Serve as backup for the Head Miller or Shift Miller when needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Full Time Regular Fostoria, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2774

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Location: Fostoria, OH
Schedule: Full-Time with Overtime as Required

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 through teamwork and excellence. If you're passionate about manufacturing, food production, and working in a fast-paced environment where quality and safety are top priorities, this is your chance to make an impact.

What You'll Do

As an Assistant Miller, you'll play a key role in supporting flour mill operations, ensuring product quality, maintaining food safety standards, and helping deliver products that meet customer expectations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with daily flour mill operations, flour transfers, and mill changes
• Performing quality analysis, product sampling, and food safety checks
• Supporting equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and routine repairs
• Monitoring wheat cleaning and tempering processes and making adjustments as directed
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and audit-ready work environment
• Following all food safety, GMP, HACCP, OSHA, and sanitation requirements
• Assisting with training Mill Utility personnel
• Serving as backup for the Head Miller or Shift Miller when needed

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1 to 3 years of flour milling, food production, manufacturing, or related experience preferred
• Ability to pass a Respirator Fit Test and perform job duties while wearing a respirator
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety and quality

Why Join Mennel?

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

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, EAP, and More)
• Training and Development Programs
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Opportunity to Build a Long-Term Career with a Growing Company

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working around manufacturing equipment. Employees may be exposed to dust, noise, temperature variations, heights, and wheat allergens while working in a fast-paced production environment.