Miller Aqua
Olam Agri is a market-leading, differentiated food, feed and fibre agri-business with a global origination footprint, processing capabilities and deep understanding of market needs built over 37 years. With a strong presence in high-growth emerging markets and products across grains & oilseeds, wheat milling & pasta, rice, edible oils, animal feed & protein, cotton, wood products, rubber, sugar & biofuel, freight management and risk management solutions. We are at the heart of global food and agri-trade flows, providing affordable food staples and processed agricultural products that are daily necessities and living essentials for people around the world. Driven by our Purpose to transform food, feed and fibre for a more sustainable and food secure future, we aim to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably. Olam Agri is majority 80.01% owned by the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC). Job Description A Miller in Olam Agri is responsible for managing daily milling operations to ensure optimal plant efficiency, consistent product quality, and cost-effective production. The role involves operating milling processes, troubleshooting issues, coordinating maintenance activities, and ensuring adherence to safety, hygiene, and quality standards. The incumbent also leads milling teams, manages spare parts and materials, and ensures best practice execution to drive operational efficiency and profitability. Key Responsibilities
Ensure efficient daily milling operations and maximise plant performance Maintain product quality and extraction levels as per defined parameters Execute production plans and monitor process performance Troubleshoot milling issues and optimise equipment performance Maintain production and shift reports, including downtime tracking Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, GMP, QMS, FSMS, and 5S standards Control operational costs and minimise process waste Lead and train milling teams to ensure operational excellence
Additional Responsibilities Operational Effectiveness
Monitor and execute production plans while maintaining efficiency and output targets Ensure timely reporting of operational performance and downtime Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards across the plant
Cost & Process Efficiency
Minimise production waste (target reduction in process losses) Control operational and overhead costs within the department Support budgeting and cost optimisation initiatives
Organisational Effectiveness
Manage vendor services such as cleaning, waste disposal, and maintenance in a cost-effective manner Maintain plant premises, including yard and perimeter areas Support personnel management and ensure proper record maintenance
Experience Job Requirements
Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience in milling Proven experience in production and milling operations (feed products) Experience managing independent operations and leading teams Exposure to troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, and process optimisation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Food Science NABIMS certification or Diploma in Milling from a recognised milling school (preferred)
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of milling processes and equipment Excellent leadership and people management skills Ability to manage diverse and multicultural teams Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Effective communication and coordination skills
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