1. Supervisor – Milling Plant (1 position)

Reporting to: Production Manager

Job Overview

To ensure seamless and efficient milling operations across three production lines, achieving production targets with strict adherence to quality, safety, and food compliance standards. The role demands strong technical knowledge of maize milling processes and team leadership capabilities to drive operational excellence. The position also plays a key role in implementing process improvements and supporting a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and high performance on the shop floor.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end production activities for three milling lines including cleaning, conditioning, de-germination, milling, sifting, and packing.
Ensure consistent and optimized processing of white maize and yellow maize based on production plans and standard product specifications.
Monitor production parameters (moisture content, ash content, particle size) to meet defined standards.
Coordinate raw materials feeding schedules to ensure continuous operation without any bottlenecks.
Conduct regular in-process checks for flour quality (color, texture, granulation) and grits sizing.
Lead, allocate, and monitor activities of mill operators, sifters, packers, and helpers and conduct daily shift meetings to align team on safety, quality and production targets.
Perform first-level troubleshooting during shift breakdowns and escalate major issues to the Maintenance team.
Ensure proper storage and usage of maize inventory based on FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
Identify process improvements for yield increase, energy savings, and waste minimization. Identify and implement Cost Savings Initiatives
Suggest and implement operational kaizens in collaboration with the Milling Manager.
Minimum Requirements – Qualifications, Experience and Skills

DAE / Technical Diploma in Mechanical, Food Technology, Milling Operations, or equivalent.
Minimum of five (5) year’s experience in operating and supervising a maize or flour milling plant.
Strong knowledge of milling process flow, machinery handling, and flour/grits specifications.
Ability to handle shift-wise manpower and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with basic mechanical adjustments, sieve changes, and hygiene audits.
Hands-on experience with all Milling plant equipment
Good communication and coordination abilities
Decision-making under pressure
Technical leadership