Bakery Maintenance Tech III — 3rd Shift (Chaska, MN)

Aspire Bakeries LLC; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician III for our Chaska, MN bakery. You will perform advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and support safe, reliable operations.

Shift is 3rd with Sunday 9:00pm–7:00am and Mon-Thu 10:45pm–7am; weekend availability may be required. Hourly rate $31.00–$34.00. Prior experience in food manufacturing maintenance is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in industrial instrumentation, electronics, mechanical, or electrical systems; or 6+ years related experience.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC software, I/O, and field devices.
• Experience with refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, or food manufacturing controls.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adapt to production changes.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and working around industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on bakery equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, PLC, and control systems to ensure operational reliability.
• Install, overhaul, test, and validate equipment to maintain optimal performance.
• Manage work orders, prioritize tasks, and document maintenance activities in the CMMS.
• Coordinate with planners, supervisors, and parts personnel for timely access to materials.
• Support continuous improvement to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
• Comply with GMPs, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Aspire Bakeries LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician III for our Chaska, MN bakery. You will perform advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and support safe, reliable operations.

Shift is 3rd with Sunday 9:00pm–7:00am and Mon-Thu 10:45pm–7am; weekend availability may be required. Hourly rate $31.00–$34.00. Prior experience in food manufacturing maintenance is preferred.