Junior Mechanic - Bread Plant

VONS; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Earned wage access

Associate discounts

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Training & development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Maintenance Engineer/Technician for our bread facility to ensure smooth operation of bakery equipment and production lines. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and repair machinery to maximize uptime and efficiency, collaborating with production teams to keep bread moving to stores and communities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and hands-on experience with mechanical tools, PLCs, VFDs, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; experience with mechanical tools, industrial electrical, PLC, VFD, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Understanding of electrical blueprints, PLC, VFD, refrigeration glycol systems, boilers, fabrication, welding, gearboxes, pumps, sprockets, chains, belts, and conveyors.
• Willingness to learn, troubleshoot issues, and work across all shifts including weekends.
• Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs and work safely in a bakery environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain bakery machinery and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on bakery equipment.
• Inspect plant equipment and assist in diagnosing malfunctions.
• Coordinate with production teams to schedule maintenance.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Mechanical tools

Industrial electrical

PLC

VFD

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Electrical blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding

Fabrication

Boilers

Pumps

Conveyors

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand‑in‑hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand‑in‑hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Bring your flavor!

Building the future of food and well‑being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Ready to rise to the occasion and be the bread and butter of our bakery operation? Join us as a Maintenance Engineer/Technician at our bustling bread facility! As the guardian of our equipment and machinery, you'll ensure that our production lines run smoothly, efficiently, and without a hitch. With your expertise in maintenance and your knack for problem‑solving, you'll be the yeast that keeps our bakery operation thriving. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and become an essential ingredient in our success, and let's toast to a future filled with delicious bread!

What You Will Be Doing

As a Maintenance Engineer/Technician at our bread facility, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our equipment and machinery. Your role will involve performing preventive maintenance tasks, troubleshooting issues, and repairing equipment to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. You'll also be responsible for conducting regular inspections, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance equipment reliability and performance. Additionally, you'll collaborate with production teams to coordinate maintenance schedules and prioritize tasks to support uninterrupted bread production. Your expertise and dedication will be crucial in maintaining the high standards of quality and efficiency that our facility is known for.

Main Responsibilities

• Repair / maintain machinery and bakery equipment like mixers, dividers, proof boxes, baking ovens, baggers, wrappers, coders, tray washers, conveyors, etc. to prevent downtime.
• Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) on bakery equipment as per the maintenance compliance program.
• Inspect plant equipment as assigned to monitor health and functionality.
• Assist in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Requisitions to maintain the supply of spare parts as needed.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders of assigned duties.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.
• Work closely with operators and site teams to increase uptime, which helps keep food moving to our stores and communities.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Possess The Following

• A high school diploma or GED; A combination of experience and/or education/certification in the use of mechanical tools, industrial electrical, PLC, VFD, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Basic understanding and /or experience of electrical blueprints, PLC, VFD, refrigeration- glycol system, boilers, fabrication, welding, gearbox, pumps, sprockets, chains, pullies, and conveyors.
• Ability and willingness to learn and troubleshoot issues.
• Available to work across all shifts including weekends.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs, sit, stand, walk for long periods, grasp with hands and arms, bend, climb, balance, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear see, use fingers, work on heights and complete repetitive motions as needed. Maintenance tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs. Qualified personnel must be able to work safely and maintain a safe work environment for everyone around.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well‑being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve.

Our Values –

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