Industrial Maintenance Technician I — Bakery Systems & SAP

Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Lafayette, LA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal bakery equipment performance. The role requires a technical mindset, ability to work across multiple areas, and willingness to pursue ongoing training to keep pace with technology.

The position emphasizes safe work habits, preventive maintenance, and adherence to company policies. A high school diploma is required, with trade certification a plus, and salary is competitive.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe work habits, proper tool 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
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
• Perform other duties deemed by management as part of the job, including schedules and attendance
• Possess or attain licenses required by municipal/state agencies to work with boilers, refrigeration components and related equipment

Skills

Technician experience

HVAC

Electrical

Industrial equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/Trade School cert or diploma a plus

Tools

SAP

Job description

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Lafayette, LA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal bakery equipment performance. The role requires a technical mindset, ability to work across multiple areas, and willingness to pursue ongoing training to keep pace with technology.

The position emphasizes safe work habits, preventive maintenance, and adherence to company policies. A high school diploma is required, with trade certification a plus, and salary is competitive.