Bakery Equipment Maintenance Technician

PopUp Bagels, Inc.; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PopUp Bagels, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Specialist to sustain and optimize bagel production and packaging equipment. The role focuses on reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe, efficient operations across shift schedules.

The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience with high-speed production lines, and a proactive mindset for preventive maintenance and continuous improvement in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a continuous manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred).
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing high-speed production and packaging equipment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience, including motors, control systems, and high-voltage equipment.
• Experience replacing and repairing mechanical components including bearings, sprockets, chains, gearboxes, belts, and motors.
• Technical training, trade school certification, or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related field. (preferred)
• Experience in food manufacturing, bakery manufacturing, or similar production environments. (preferred)
• Refrigeration system troubleshooting and maintenance experience. (preferred)
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance best practices and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize maintenance tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to respond effectively to urgent equipment issues and production needs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on bakery production and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery to ensure reliability and uptime.
• Replace and repair mechanical components including bearings, sprockets, chains, motors, belts, gearboxes, and related assemblies.
• Troubleshoot and repair high-speed packaging equipment, including conveyors, sealing equipment, labeling machines, and automated production systems.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on control systems, motors, sensors, PLC-controlled equipment, and high-voltage electrical systems as needed.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, calibration, and adjustments to support production schedules.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, repair documentation, and preventative maintenance records.
• Perform general facility maintenance including basic plumbing, electrical, and structural repairs.
• Assist with refrigeration system maintenance and troubleshooting, as applicable.
• Follow all safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and company safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance workspace.
• Identify and report safety risks, equipment concerns, or operational improvement opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance and reliability.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

High-speed equipment

Safety protocols

Documentation

Communication

Education

Industrial Maintenance

Job description

PopUp Bagels, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Specialist to sustain and optimize bagel production and packaging equipment. The role focuses on reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe, efficient operations across shift schedules.

The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience with high-speed production lines, and a proactive mindset for preventive maintenance and continuous improvement in a fast-paced bakery environment.