Bakery Equipment Technician – High-Speed Maintenance

PopUp Bagels Production; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

PopUp Bagels Production in Meriden, CT is seeking a General Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize bakery production and packaging equipment, ensuring safe, efficient operations and minimal downtime. The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience with high-speed production lines, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance in a fast-paced setting. Schedule: Tue–Sat 2pm–11pm; full-time, hourly.

Qualifications

• 2+ years maintenance experience in a continuous manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred).
• 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

• Diagnoses, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on bakery production and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• 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 and effectively 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

Maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety protocols

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Industrial Maintenance training

Associate degree

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Maintenance tooling

Job description

PopUp Bagels Production in Meriden, CT is seeking a General Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize bakery production and packaging equipment, ensuring safe, efficient operations and minimal downtime. The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience with high-speed production lines, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance in a fast-paced setting. Schedule: Tue–Sat 2pm–11pm; full-time, hourly.