Journeyman Engineer

Aspire Bakeries USA; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries USA in Stockton, CA is seeking a Journeyman Engineer to maintain bakery equipment and facility systems, troubleshoot issues, and support preventive maintenance and food safety practices.

You will work with electrical systems, PLCs, and automation, read schematics, and help train maintenance staff while coordinating with production leaders for reliable operation. This role requires physical agility and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of mechanic experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, complete, and document work orders and maintenance records.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.
• English literacy at an elementary level.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility and production equipment in a safe, sanitary and operational state to support daily production requirements.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, steam, water, hydraulics, pneumatics, refrigeration and related equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, blueprints and technical documentation.
• Apply advanced knowledge of PLCs and electrical troubleshooting to ensure equipment reliability.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Education

GMP/HACCP certification

Tools

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Three-wire motor controls

Job description

About the RoleWe are seeking a Journeyman Engineer to join our team at our Stockton, CA bakery. Maintain bakery equipment and facility systems in a safe, sanitary and reliable operating condition to support production requirements. Troubleshoot, repair and maintain equipment while supporting preventive maintenance, food safety, operational reliability and the development of other maintenance team members.Shift & ScheduleShift: Varies between 2nd and 3rdHours: 2p-10:30p OR 10p-6:30a: Tues-Sat OR Sun-ThursWeekend availability: RequiredOvertime: May be requiredCompensationHourly Rate: $40.26Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)Maintain facility and production equipment in a safe, sanitary and operational state of readiness to support daily production requirements.Troubleshoot, identify and correct maintenance issues involving electrical systems, steam, water, hydraulics, pneumatics, refrigeration, boilers, valves, motors and related equipment.Ensure maintenance tools, work areas and serviced equipment are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. Verify all guards and safety devices are properly installed before returning equipment to operation.Support the production of consistent, food safe products by maintaining equipment and facility systems in accordance with established maintenance, engineering and food safety practices.Develop and maintain an advanced understanding of bakery production equipment, processes, fermentation systems and equipment functionality.Communicate effectively with maintenance team members, supervisors, production leaders and other departments to ensure equipment issues are addressed in a timely manner.Read and interpret electrical schematics, equipment drawings, blueprints and technical documentation.Apply advanced knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers, three wire motor controls, electrical troubleshooting and related automation systems.Complete required Lockout Tagout authorized user training and follow all applicable safety procedures.Perform routine inspections of the facility and production equipment to identify maintenance concerns, safety hazards and opportunities for improvement.Maintain working knowledge of welding, electrical systems, refrigeration, pneumatics, steam boilers, gear reducers and other mechanical systems used within the bakery.Coordinate Industrial and maintenance activities in accordance with applicable safety requirements and maintain respirator certification when required for assigned duties.Maintain advanced knowledge of the maintenance and repair of bakery equipment and independently troubleshoot complex equipment failures.Support root cause identification and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and reduce recurring failures.Assist with training and development of maintenance team members with less experience when assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager.Provide leadership and technical direction to other mechanics during assigned shifts or maintenance activities when requested by the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager.Maintain clear communication regarding equipment status, repairs completed, outstanding concerns and required follow up.Perform other maintenance duties and responsibilities as assigned.Serve as primary backup to the Maintenance Supervisor and support special projects as assignedMinimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)English literacy at an elementary level3–5 years of mechanic experience in a food manufacturing environmentStrong mechanical aptitude with electrical troubleshooting capabilityAbility to read, complete, and document work orders and maintenance recordsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodationAbility to work safely around moving mechanical parts and in wet, humid, hot, cold, and dusty environmentsPreferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)Electrical experience in food manufacturing facilitiesGMP and HACCP certification (in‑house or equivalent)Forklift (sit‑down and stand‑up) certificationBoom and scissor lift certificationExperience supporting maintenance leadership or supervisory functionsYou should be proficient in:Motor Replacement/Repair/MaintenanceElectrical InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairIndustrial Electrical ExperienceIndustrial Electrical SystemsMachines & technologies you'll use:Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)