Miller - Graveyard (Red/Purple) - Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.

Job Title: Miller

Department: Milling

Location: On-Site

Shift: Rotating, 12-hour Night Shift , 6:00 pm - 6:30 am, including some weekends 

Wage: Starts at a base of $21.84/Hr with an additional $2.00/Hr shift differential 

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. 

Company Overview: At Bob’s Red Mill, we inspire joy with wholesome foods. Since 1978, we have been leading the natural foods industry by providing our customers with good food that makes them feel great. Wholesome means ensuring our food is of the highest quality, empowering and supporting our diverse group of employee owners, respecting our planet, and bettering our communities. We believe that joy is for everyone. 

We believe taking care of our community starts with giving our employee owners the resources to take care of their physical, mental, financial, and future well-being by offering a leading benefits package.  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• 401k, Profit Sharing Program, and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) 
• Paid Holidays & Vacation 
• 25% Retail Store Discount 
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal issue support, financial guidance, and more. 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Childcare Discounts 
• And MORE! 

Purpose: To inspire joy with wholesome foods. 

Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Determination 

Position Overview:  The Miller assists with the setup and operation of milling machinery, including, but not limited to, grain cleaning equipment, milling machines, mixing machines, and toting machines.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists with setting up and operating milling machinery.
• Assists with running milling lines and stone mills, hanging totes, and creating mixes.
• Accurately maintains daily production logs that are legible and orderly.
• Monitors quality control throughout the entire milling, mixing, and toting processes.
• Assists with identifying faulty equipment and notifying leads or supervisors of issues.
• Transports materials using a forklift within all areas of the facility.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and operates all equipment in a safe and food-safe manner.
• Complies with Bob’s Red Mill food safety policies and procedures including adherence to FDA regulations, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for reporting food safety and quality concerns to Supervisors and/or Department Manager.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Possesses effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively with a team using direct communication and respect.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, machine setup, and machine operation.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate operational and safety information in English.
• Demonstrates Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, and Determination.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to potential food allergens is or may be present.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.
• This position reports to the Production Lead and Production Supervisor.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; OR
• Any combination of education and additional years of experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Previous experience as a Forklift Operator, Machine Operator, or similar role in the food manufacturing industry preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently requires the ability to lift and stack products weighing up to 55 pounds.
• Good physical dexterity with the ability to climb ladders and stairs, squat, kneel, reach overhead, and walk on uneven surfaces.
• Position does require standing for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Work Environment:

• The primary work environment for this position is within food manufacturing and warehouse environments.
• Use of personal protective equipment such as helmets, eye protection, ear plugs, and hairnets are mandatory, and use of non-slip shoes is recommended.
• Employees will be exposed to common food allergens.