Wheat Miller- VKB Group x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Wheat Miller
- Company: VKB Group – VKB Agri Processors
- Business Unit: VKB Milling – Frankfort Wheat Mill
- Location: Frankfort, Free State
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Department/Function: Production
- Experience Level: Associate
- Posted: 08 October 2026
- Closing Date: 15 October 2026
Job Description
VKB Group is an agricultural company operating across the food supply chain, from farming and processing to logistics, storage and distribution.
VKB Milling forms part of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, with Farm Foods producing staple food products such as maize meal, flour, pasta and noodles for customers across South Africa.
The Wheat Miller will be responsible for managing the handling, storage and processing of grain to ensure consistent, high-quality production while achieving sustainable operational and financial results. The role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, leadership ability and a commitment to food safety, health and safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily reconciliation of raw materials through to the final product with accuracy and integrity.
- Monitor equipment functionality through regular inspections and collaborate with maintenance teams when required.
- Lead, supervise and manage production staff while promoting teamwork and accountability.
- Maintain strict quality control standards in accordance with food safety requirements.
- Ensure production targets are achieved through efficient and disciplined operations.
- Promote and maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the production environment.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, food safety standards and other relevant regulations.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to solving operational problems.
- Support efficient grain handling, storage and processing activities.
Requirements
- Qualified Wheat Miller.
- 5–10 years’ experience in a similar milling role.
- Willingness to work shifts.
- Strong knowledge of food safety requirements and health and safety legislation.
- Clear criminal record.
- Proven ability to contribute to continuous improvement and effective problem-solving.
Skills and Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Integrity and accountability – Accurate, responsible and dependable.
- Teamwork – Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Continuous improvement – Ability to identify efficiencies and improve processes.
- Excellence – Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Decision-making – Ability to analyse situations and make effective decisions.
- Strong production and operational awareness.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Good leadership and staff-management abilities.
Application Information
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the VKB Group Career Portal before the closing date of 15 October 2026.