Food

Postenmüller/in

You monitor the mills during shift work and adjust the grinding process.

Postenmüller/in

01 · Overview

What this profession is about

Postenmüller/in monitor mill processes during shift work. You adjust the grinding settings and ensure a smooth workflow.

In a modern mill, you are the central point for production. You constantly monitor the machines. You adjust parameters and change the grinding process for different grains on your own. This responsible task requires technical understanding and a willingness to work shifts. Your expertise ensures quality and an efficient workflow.

FieldFood
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryBakery, Pastry, Confectionery & Milling
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02 · Salary

What you can earn

MedianCHF 53'595
CHF 34'560CHF 75'400
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Food Salesman. Based on 171 observations, updated 7 months ago.

Salary by experience

55k60kmedian 54k53k53k53k54k57k60k0-2 yrs3-5 yrs6-8 yrs9-11 yrs12-21 yrs21+ yrs
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ExperienceSalary (CHF)
0-2 yrsCHF 52'612
3-5 yrsCHF 53'328
6-8 yrsCHF 53'050
9-11 yrsCHF 54'000
12-21 yrsCHF 57'200
21+ yrsCHF 60'374

Salary trend

+2% over decade
52k54k56k55k53k51k56k2014-20162017-20192020-20222023-2025
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PeriodSalary (CHF)
2014-2016CHF 54'650
2017-2019CHF 53'298
2020-2022CHF 51'295
2023-2025CHF 55'750

Top earning cantons

  • BerneCHF 55'90013 obs.
  • ZurichCHF 54'52032 obs.
  • VaudCHF 50'59113 obs.
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CantonSalaryObs.
BerneCHF 55'90013
ZurichCHF 54'52032
VaudCHF 50'59113

Top paying industries

  • Retail trade / WholesalingCHF 53'314128 obs.
  • Consumer / Luxury goods industryCHF 52'3007 obs.
  • Catering / HotelCHF 51'60011 obs.
  • Service sector in generalCHF 51'1005 obs.
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IndustrySalaryObs.
Retail trade / WholesalingCHF 53'314128
Consumer / Luxury goods industryCHF 52'3007
Catering / HotelCHF 51'60011
Service sector in generalCHF 51'1005

03 · Pathway

How to enter and grow

Swiss training pathway available in the full profile

  • 🎓 Müller/in

Official education path

You start with vocational training as Müller/in. You then gain practical work experience.

Prerequisites

  • Berufliche Grundbildung als Müller/in

Requirements

  • technical understanding
  • willingness to work irregular hours
  • strong physical build

04 · Skills & fit

What it takes

Required skills

  • Technical understanding
  • Willingness to work shifts
  • Physical stamina

Personality fit

  • Swiss career path
  • Career transition
  • Professional growth

05 · Daily reality

What the work feels like

Typical day

You stand at the mill control panel. You watch the live values on the displays. You adjust the grinding steps when needed. This ensures the flour always reaches the desired quality.

  • You continuously monitor the ongoing mill processes and machine values.
  • You independently adjust the grinding process for different types of grain.
  • You check the flour quality and adjust the parameters.
  • You document production data. You report technical faults to maintenance immediately.
  • You ensure a safe and efficient workflow during shift work.

Working conditions

You work in industrial mills. You control the production technology in close-knit teams. Your workplace features machines, control stations, and a clear shift schedule.

Strengths

  • Technical understanding
  • Willingness to work shifts
  • Physical stamina

Trade-offs

  • Shift work
  • Noise exposure
  • Dust exposure

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