Apprentice Miller in Bucyrus, Ohio at The Mennel Milling Company

Apprentice Miller | Join Our Team!Location: Mennel Milling Company – Bucyrus Flour Mill
Schedule: Full-Time, Shifts: 6AM-2PM or 3AM-11AM; 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. We promote teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and take pride in delivering superior quality, uniformity, and service. If you’re looking to build a career in milling and manufacturing, this is your opportunity to learn and grow with an industry leader.

Who You AreThe ideal Apprentice Miller is a motivated, hands‑on learner with strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. You are eager to develop your skills in milling operations, work safely in a fast‑paced environment, and grow into increased responsibility over time.

What You’ll DoAs an Apprentice Miller, you will operate and support flour milling processes under the direction of the Head Miller or Shift Miller. You’ll play a key role in learning mill operations while helping ensure efficient production and adherence to food safety and quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinating flour transfers in alignment with production, quality, and customer specifications

Performing quality checks and food safety verification on flour transfers

Supporting daily mill operations, including mill adjustments and changes

Assisting with equipment troubleshooting and basic repairs as needed

Supporting and guiding mill operators to ensure tasks are completed effectively

Maintaining a clean, safe, and audit‑ready work environment following SOPs and sanitation schedules

Ensuring compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, and all food safety requirements

Attending training sessions and actively developing milling knowledge and skills

Covering for the Head Miller or Shift Miller when needed as skills progress

Performing other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

High School Diploma or equivalent required

1–3 years of manufacturing, food production, or related experience preferred

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn milling operations

Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset

Ability to prioritize work and operate with minimal supervision over time

Good communication skills and ability to work across teams

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar systems)

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, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company-paid short-term disability, EAP, Local YMCA cost sharing, and more)

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Career Advancement & Training Opportunities

Rewards & Recognition Program

Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)

Tuition Assistance

Ready to Make a Difference?Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career in milling with Mennel.