Industrial Maintenance Technician

Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 39,729 - 46,190; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Retirement plan

Growth and training

Paid vacation & holidays & parental-le

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Denton, TX is seeking an Engineering Technician to support maintenance of plant equipment and sustain efficient operations. The role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills and HVAC-related training, with the ability to work within a high-performance team.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package, including health benefits, a 401(k) plan, training, and paid time off. Salary range: $28.84–$33.53 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus HVAC or similar vocational training.
• Or completion of at least 45 college credit hours or AIB course.
• Equivalent military training may substitute for vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Responds to and corrects equipment stoppage/mechanical breakdown; repairs as needed.
• Operates machine shop equipment and tools; fabricates parts when required.
• Maintains cleanliness of the work area and adheres to safety rules.
• Acts as a productive member of a high-functioning team.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Maintenance experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

HVAC training

Technical degree 6-9 months

Tools

Enterprise software

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time Employees Are Offered The Following Benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Engineering technicians perform scheduled as well as unscheduled maintenance tasks. They must possess strong electrical and mechanical skills in order to support the production technician in maintaining an efficient operation. It is necessary for him/her to be in possession of or capable of acquiring licenses required by city or state to work with boilers, refrigeration and various other job related equipment. Engineering technicians must have the aptitude and desire for continued training because of on-going technological improvements. Technicians must be flexible and adaptable as they will be required to perform job assignments throughout the facility. In addition, it is the responsibility of the technician to contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for themselves and their fellow technicians. Position requires proficiency in the use of Enterprise software including data input, data retrieval, reporting, and other functions as instructed Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-th-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality. Position ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.). Position performs other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities/Major Duties

• Performs assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Responds to and corrects equipment stoppage/mechanical breakdown. Troubleshoots (when necessary). Repairs/replaces worn/defective parts, motors, control devices, etc.
• Operates machine shop equipment, hand tools, power hand tools, and makes required parts when necessary.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area.
• Position requires ability to act as a member of a highly functioning team.
• Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years experience as a technician and/or formal training or experience.
• Experience in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; welding, electronics, electrical repairs, industrial equipment installations, alignment, start-up repairs, etc.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

High School diploma or GED plus:successful completion of a 6-9 month vocational/technical degree (i.e., HVAC, auto maintenance/repair, or similar program) or, equivalent military training or, successful completion of at least 45 college credit hours may be substituted for vocational/technical training, or completion of the AIB "Science of Baking" correspondence course.

Salary Range- 28.84/hr-33.53/hr

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Hans Burwitz at [e-mail].