Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 59'600 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 59'000 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 62'045 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 66'100 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 70'790 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 78'000 |
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Swiss professionsFood
Obermüller/in
Managing mills and feed mills with a focus on production and personnel
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You manage mills or feed mills, plan production, monitor quality, and lead your team.
As Obermüller/in, you are responsible for the entire process in a mill or feed mill. You coordinate production, ensure the quality of raw materials and products, and manage your staff efficiently. Your leadership skills and business acumen form the foundation for a successful working day in the manufacturing industry.
FieldFood
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryBakery, Pastry, Confectionery & Milling
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Milk Technician. Based on 285 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+8% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 65'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 60'240 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 64'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 70'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Berne | CHF 71'712 | 39 |
| Thurgau | CHF 67'200 | 15 |
| Lucerne | CHF 66'200 | 17 |
| Fribourg | CHF 64'261 | 56 |
| St. Gallen | CHF 63'467 | 31 |
| Vaud | CHF 59'817 | 17 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture / Forestry / Wood | CHF 71'400 | 17 |
| Consumer / Luxury goods industry | CHF 67'200 | 42 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 65'000 | 113 |
| Industry various | CHF 64'909 | 75 |
| Retail trade / Wholesaling | CHF 58'908 | 8 |
| Service sector in general | CHF 56'124 | 7 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Obermüller/in
Official education path
The usual path involves further training or professional experience in the milling and animal feed industry.
Typical training path
Obermüller/in
Prerequisites
- Müllereitechniker/in SMS
- Futtermitteltechniker/in SFT
Requirements
- Leadership qualities
- Interest in business administration
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Sense of responsibility
Where this can lead
Lateral entry is possible if you have technical initial training and proven leadership experience.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Leadership skills
- Business know-how
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You review current production data and discuss the next steps for raw material procurement with your team. You always ensure compliance with quality standards and workplace safety.
- You lead the entire production process in a mill or feed mill.
- You plan manufacturing orders and coordinate maintenance work on the machines.
- You monitor the quality of raw materials and finished products.
- You procure the required materials and negotiate with suppliers.
- You lead your team and train new staff on the processes.
- You train apprentices and support their professional development.
Working conditions
You work in the production hall of a mill or in a feed mill. Your office is usually located directly on the premises, so you can reach the site quickly.
Where to learn
- Dachverband Schweizerischer Müller Thunstrasse 82Postfach 1009, 3000 Bern
- Schweizerische Müllereifachschule St. Gallen TeufenerStr. 11, 9000 St. Gallen
Strengths
- Leadership skills
- Business know-how
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Shift work
- Physical strain
- Stressful periods
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