Mill Supervisor at Bridgemead Consulting

Key Responsibilities
Operational Supervision:

• Supervise and coordinate daily milling activities, including reception, sterilization, threshing, pressing, clarification, and kernel recovery.
• Monitor process parameters to ensure maximum oil extraction rate (OER) and minimum losses.
• Ensure that equipment is operated according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Production & Quality Control:

• Monitor the quality of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB) and finished products to meet company and regulatory standards.
• Maintain production records, prepare daily operational reports, and submit them to the Mill Manager.
• Implement measures to reduce waste, improve yield, and optimize efficiency.

Team Management:

• Supervise mill operators, maintenance crew, and other assigned personnel.
• Train, mentor, and guide staff to ensure skill development and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Assign tasks and monitor staff performance, taking corrective actions when necessary.

Maintenance & Safety:

• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure timely servicing, repairs, and preventive maintenance of mill equipment.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
• Report any breakdowns or safety hazards immediately and follow up on corrective measures.

Inventory & Resource Control:

• Monitor and manage stock levels of mill consumables, chemicals, and spare parts.
• Ensure proper storage and usage of chemicals in line with safety requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related fields
• 3 - 5 years experience in palm oil milling operations, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of milling processes, palm oil machinery, and quality control procedures.
• Good leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mill reporting systems.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Must be willing to relocate to anywhere in the Country

Preferred:

• Experience in implementing preventive maintenance schedules.
• Knowledge of ISO, RSPO, or other quality and sustainability standards in palm oil production.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, based on operational needs.