Lead, Bakery- Maintenance

Aspire Bakeries; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Retirement Savings

Growth & Development

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries in Ancaster, ON is seeking a Lead, Bakery-Maintenance to lead the maintenance team, coordinate daily maintenance activities and ensure the safe, reliable operation of bakery equipment and plant systems. This role is essential for maximizing uptime while upholding safety, GMP, and quality standards.

Shift is 12‑hour rotating, with weekends required. The position offers an hourly rate of $50.84 and requires 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, plus valid trade licences

Qualifications

• Valid trade licences.
• 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Demonstrated leadership coaching maintenance employees.
• Working knowledge of CMMS, preventive maintenance, GMPs, food safety, health and safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop maintenance team members to support operational performance.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to meet production requirements.
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment to maximize reliability and uptime.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Promote compliance with health, safety, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and improve plant performance.
• Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis and maintenance planning.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Root cause analysis

Education

Certificate of Qualification (433A/442A)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes – we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We’re looking for hard‑working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do – whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth – where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all‑around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs, including disability coverage.
• Work‑Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Retirement Savings – A competitive registered retirement plan (RPP) with immediate company match.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About The Role

We are seeking a Lead, Bakery-Maintenance to join our team at our Ancaster, ON bakery. As a Lead, Bakery- Maintenance, you will provide hands‑on leadership to the maintenance team, coordinating daily maintenance activities and supporting the safe, reliable operation of bakery equipment and plant systems. This role is critical to maximizing equipment uptime while ensuring compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and GMP standards.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: Rotating Continental

Hours: 12‑hour rotating shifts

Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $50.84 per hour

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Lead and develop maintenance team members to support operational performance and employee growth.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to meet production and operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment to maximize reliability and uptime.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime.
• Promote compliance with health and safety, GMP, food safety, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and improve plant performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through root cause analysis and maintenance planning.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring To The Table)

• Valid trade licence(s).
• 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing or high‑speed production environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Demonstrated leadership experience coaching and developing maintenance employees.
• Working knowledge of CMMS, preventive maintenance programs, GMPs, food safety, quality, and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, perform physical tasks, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients For Success)

• Certificate of Qualification, preferably including both a 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) licence and a 442A Industrial Electrician licence.
• Experience leading maintenance employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience coordinating shift priorities and supporting maintenance planning activities.
• Experience working with bakery, packaging, conveyor, automated, or similar production equipment.
• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit an application; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.