Mill Operator - Epping

Signal Hill Products; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SIGNAL HILL PRODUCTS is seeking a Mill Operator to manage milling operations, maintain cleanliness and safety in the milling room, and ensure grains are measured and brewed according to recipes. You will work within a production team focused on quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires adaptability, willingness to work afterhours or weekends, and a passion for beer and brewing. Previous brewing experience is advantageous, and a forklift licence is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Experience in a production environment; knowledge of CIP processes and food safety standards.
• Valid Forklift Drivers licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the milling area ensuring clean and safe working conditions.
• Adhere to SHE standards, safety observations, and 5S housekeeping.
• Follow milling recipes, measure grains accurately, and maintain documentation.
• Coordinate with maintenance and brewing staff for equipment uptime and safety.
• Support continuous improvement and ME pillars on the shop floor.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Multitasking

After-hours work

Weekend availability

Education

Grade 12

Food science / Scientific / Engineering qualification advantageous

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Overall Responsibility

As the Mill Operator, you will be responsible for managing the operation and cleanliness of the milling room, milling all grains in a timeous manner.

Key Accountabilities And Focus Areas

Focus Area 1: Maintain safe, healthy and risk-free working environmen t

• Adhere to SHP Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards in all daily activities.
• Participate in safety observations, follow established safety processes, and report or elevate identified gaps.
• Implement and sustain 5S standards in the designated work area, maintaining workplace organization and discipline.
• Always adhere to safe working practices
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and safe work instructions.
• Conduct pre-task safety checks before starting equipment or processes
• Perform Food Safety and Quality related activities as part of the FSMS and QC functions
• Apply basic hygiene and sanitation and adhere to food safety related rules and activities as per factory instructions
• Assist with Housekeeping

Focus Area 2: Manufacturing Excellence culture

• Consistently follows Manufacturing Excellence (ME) pillar tools and standardized work processes.
• Adhere to structured shift handover requirements to ensure operational continuity and information accuracy.
• Maintain the Operator Workstation concept throughout the shift
• Perform assigned Autonomous Maintenance tasks in accordance with established standards.
• Take responsibility for basic equipment condition, inspection, cleaning, and lubrication activities.
• Report equipment abnormalities and support restoration to basic conditions.
• Support the continuous improvement culture
• Drive manufacturing excellence pillars on the shopfloor

Focus Area 3: Milling

• Responsible for milling all brews within shift as per brewing recipe
• Maintain notes regarding recipe changes and adjustments additions
• Accurate follow recipes and accurately measure all stored and used grains
• Maintain cleanliness of the fermentation vessel
• Maintain sanitation standards, in accordance with policies, to provide a clean and food safe working environment
• Maintain all tools/ equipment and cooperate with maintenance department on large scale maintenance performance
• Maintain documentation of variety of activities and inventories through computer or paper system
• Communicate effectively with brewers and management staff
• Schedules and other monthly KPI’s will be established to maximise the effectiveness of this support.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Scientific/engineering/food science qualifications advantageous
• Former brewing experience advantageous
• Valid Forklift Drivers licence
• Experience in a production environment, knowledge of CIP processes and food safety standards
• A passion for beer and brewing
• Valid driver’s license/own transport

Skills And Competencies

• Able to work well with others
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to multitask essential
• Willing to work afterhours and on intermittent weekends
• Willing to assist in areas other than brewing within the production unit

NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level.

Job Reference Code: J200