Job Description

Miller/Apprentice Miller -- Arva Flour Mills

About Arva Flour Mills

Arva Flour Mills is a family-owned, community-focused flour mill dedicated to producing high-quality flours for bakers, food manufacturers, and retailers. We combine traditional milling craftsmanship with modern safety and quality systems to deliver consistent, reliable products.

Key Responsibilities

Production

: Operate milling equipment and production lines; monitor process parameters; adjust machinery to meet production schedules and targets.

Maintenance

: Perform routine preventive maintenance, basic mechanical troubleshooting, and coordinate repairs with maintenance team or contractors.

Sanitation

: Carry out cleaning procedures for equipment and work areas to meet food-safety and GMP standards; participate in scheduled deep-clean cycles.

Inventory

: Receive and inspect raw materials; track on-site inventory levels; rotate stock (FIFO); prepare material requisitions and usage logs.

Shipping and Receiving

: Load/unload trucks; verify and document shipments and deliveries; prepare outgoing orders and shipping paperwork.

Quality Control

: Sample, inspect, and test product at key steps; record quality data; follow corrective actions when specifications are not met.

Safety and Compliance

: Follow all workplace safety, food safety (including allergen controls), and environmental procedures; report hazards and incidents.

Recordkeeping and Reporting

: Maintain accurate production, sanitation, maintenance, and QC logs; assist with shift handovers and daily production reports.

Continuous Improvement

: Identify and suggest process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.

Other Duties

: Support cross-functional tasks as required during busy periods or staff shortages.

Qualifications

Experience

: 2+ years in milling, grain processing, manufacturing, or a related industrial role preferred but not required.

Technical Skills

: Familiarity with mechanical equipment, conveyors, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

Food Safety Knowledge

: Understanding of GMPs, HACCP principles, or other food-safety systems is an asset.

Physical Requirements

: Able to lift up to 25 kg regularly, stand for long periods, climb ladders, and work in dusty/temperature-variable environments.

Certifications

: Forklift license and milling certificates are assets.

Personal Attributes

: Strong attention to detail, good communication, dependable, team-oriented, and proactive problem-solver.

Working Conditions & Schedule

May include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends. On-site position at Arva, Ontario.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly wage based on experience. Benefits package including health coverage, and paid time off.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining relevant experience to admin@arvaflourmills.com with the subject line "Miller Application." Applications accepted until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Life insurance Paid time off Store discount Vision care
Work Location: In person