Flour Power

Our Flour Power Is the Difference We Make Together

At Mennel, Flour Power represents the impact each person makes every day. It’s the role you play, the pride you take in your work, and the way what we do connects to something bigger. From grain to finished products, every step of the process at Mennel depends on people working together to bring their best – for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve.

It Takes All of Us to Bring Our Best

Behind every Mennel product is a team of people working together with purpose. Across locations, roles, and responsibilities, it’s that shared commitment that keeps everything moving forward.

This video highlights just a few of the many individuals who bring their best each day – and the impact that their work has far beyond our walls.

Recognizing Everyday Excellence

Top Cookie is a company-wide recognition that celebrates team members who make a difference every day. Across locations and roles, these individuals stand out for their dedication, teamwork, and the way they support those around them. It’s one of the ways we highlight the people who bring our Flour Power to life.
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Meet Lynette | May 2026 Top Cookie

Lynette

Production Supervisor at Mennel Milling & Bakery Mix - Newton

Part of the Mennel team for over 40 years, Lynette is known for her compassionate leadership style and strong work ethic. She is respected across the Newton team for her willingness to help others, maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations, and support employees however she can.

Lynette

Production Supervisor at Mennel Milling & Bakery Mix - Newton

Part of the Mennel team for over 40 years, Lynette is known for her compassionate leadership style and strong work ethic. She is respected across the Newton team for her willingness to help others, maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations, and support employees however she can.

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Meet Jeremiah | April 2026 Top Cookie

Jeremiah

Mixer Lead at Mennel Bakery Mix & Foodservice - Martel

Part of the Mennel team since 2016, Jeremiah is known for his extensive knowledge and plays a key role in training and developing fellow Mixer Leads. Jeremiah’s strong work ethic, team-first mindset, and genuine willingness to help others make him a trusted resource across the plant.

Jeremiah

Mixer Lead at Mennel Bakery Mix & Foodservice - Martel

Part of the Mennel team since 2016, Jeremiah is known for his extensive knowledge and plays a key role in training and developing fellow Mixer Leads. Jeremiah’s strong work ethic, team-first mindset, and genuine willingness to help others make him a trusted resource across the plant.

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Meet Pam | March 2026 Top Cookie

Pam

Human Resources Generalist at Corporate

Part of the Mennel team since 2019, Pam is known for known for her genuine care for employees across every location she supports and a strong commitment to supporting others. She listens closely to employee concerns and ensures everyone leaves her office feeling heard, supported, and confident.

Pam

Human Resources Generalist at Corporate

Part of the Mennel team since 2019, Pam is known for known for her genuine care for employees across every location she supports and a strong commitment to supporting others. She listens closely to employee concerns and ensures everyone leaves her office feeling heard, supported, and confident.

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Plant of the Year

Plant of the Year is our way of recognizing and celebrating a Mennel facility that stands out for its performance, consistency, and commitment to quality. It reflects the work of an entire team – people who show up every day ready to support one another and deliver their best.

Together, they represent Flour Power at scale.

Mennel Bakery Mix & Foodservice — Martel specializes in producing high-quality bakery mixes and grain-based foodservice products. The Martel facility stood out among Mennel’s operations for its exceptional achievements in operational excellence during fiscal year 2025:

  • 99% first-pass quality results and excellent customer service performance
  • 90% achievement of scorecard performance goals
  • 4 million CWT production output
  • Strong execution of capital projects and disciplined investment management
  • Stable leadership and strong team momentum and support
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Expertise That Sets the Standard

Master Technicians have earned a distinction that reflects deep expertise and a commitment to doing things the right way. Through experience, consistency, and a passion for their work, they set the standard for quality and support those around them.

Their knowledge and leadership help strengthen our teams and carry our work forward every day.

  • Jeffrey B, Logan Flour Mill
  • Gregory B, Fostoria Flour Mill
  • Victoria G, Fostoria Flour Mill
  • Tyren Y, Roanoke Flour Mill