Industrial Maintenance Technician I 3rd Shift

Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Professional growth

Paid time off

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support bakery equipment across our Tucker, GA facilities. The role emphasizes safety, preventive maintenance, and hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems.

The ideal candidate has experience with maintenance in industrial settings, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work with SAP for parts and data entry. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/trade certification a plus.
• Experience in maintenance in manufacturing or bakery environment preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work from ladders and on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe work habits and proper tool usage.
• Perform lubrication and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Identify wear and troubleshoot/replace drive and conveyor components.
• Use SAP for parts checkout, reporting, and data entry.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow company policies.
• Participate in ongoing training to adapt to new technologies.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical skills

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/Trade school diploma

Tools

SAP

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

Industrial Maintenance Technicians ensure optimal efficiency is achieved by performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, with safety and quality standards being a top priority. They must possess a technical mindset and demonstrate strong mechanical capabilities, while being flexible and adaptable as they will be required to rotate job assignments throughout various areas of the bakery. Industrial Maintenance Technicians must have the aptitude and drive to seek and acquire on-going training due to ever evolving technological improvements and performance standards. Role requires the ability to climb fixed and portable ladders to a height of twenty feet, the ability to stoop and bend while lifting weights up to fifty pounds, and the ability to climb onto and crawl under machinery as required.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Demonstrate safe work habits, proper tool selection and usage, general shop practices, maintenance tasks, and general knowledge of support equipment
• Perform proper component lubrication and conduct preventive maintenance on specific equipment
• Identify mechanical wear and identify, troubleshoot, and replace mechanical drive and conveyor components
• Use SAP software for parts checkout, reporting, and general data entry
• Practice learned knowledge of environmental and maintenance programs
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
• Perform 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
• Possess or attain licenses required by their respective municipal, county/ward or state regulatory agencies to work with boilers, refrigeration components and various other job-related equipment

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a technician.
• Experience in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, welding, electrical, industrial equipment, automotive repairs, or related field

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, Technical/Trade School certification or diploma a plus

Salary Range- $31.27 per hour

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.