Maintenance Lead Technician-1st Shift

Blue Sky Bakery; Eagan (MN); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

10 days PTO

Sick time

6 company holidays

HRA contribution

Résumé du poste

Blue Sky Bakery, a leading thaw-and-serve bakery in Minnesota, seeks a Maintenance Lead to ensure peak performance, safety, and reliability of equipment and facilities. You will plan preventive maintenance, respond to failures, manage critical parts, and drive continuous improvements to keep production uninterrupted.

Responsibilities include coordinating with QA, Production, Safety, managing spare parts, and supporting capital projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or bakery setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of bakery production equipment, electrical systems, PLCs, pneumatics, and HVAC systems.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and maintenance standards in a food-grade facility.
• Proven problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with team members.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, as operational needs require.

Responsabilités

• Schedule, perform, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance for bakery equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Collaborate with QA, Production, Safety to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with GMP/HACCP/OSHA and food-grade standards.
• Assist in developing and improving preventive maintenance programs.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Assist with capital improvement projects and upgrades.
• Work with production, QA, and sanitation teams to minimize downtime.

Connaissances

Maintenance experience

Bakery equipment knowledge

Electrical systems

PLCs

Pneumatics

HVAC systems

Problem solving

Communication

Flexibility

Formation

High school diploma

Technical certifications preferred

Description du poste

Company Description Blue Sky Bakery is an innovative, fully finished thaw-and-serve commercial bakery specializing in high-quality, ready-to-enjoy baked goods for the commercial market. The company focuses on both everyday favorites and custom solutions designed to help partner brands grow. Blue Sky Bakery emphasizes collaboration, working closely with customers to develop products that meet specific market and consumer needs. Team members contribute to a dynamic environment where craftsmanship, consistency, and customer service are highly valued.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, safety, and reliability of all equipment, machinery, and facilities within our commercial bakery. This role performs daily maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance planning, timely response to equipment failures, inventory management of critical parts, and adherence to food safety and regulatory compliance. The Lead will support uninterrupted bakery operations and drive continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule, perform, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance tasks for bakery equipment, including ovens, fryers, mixers, conveyors, proofers, and packaging systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems
• Collaborate with other departments (QA, Production, Safety) to ensure operational efficiency
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety, sanitation, and food-grade standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, OSHA)
• Assist in the continuous development and improvement of our preventive maintenance programs
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, coordinate procurement of supplies and equipment
• Assist with capital improvement projects, equipment installations, and upgrades
• Collaborate with production, QA, and sanitation teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement efforts
• Follow best practices, safety protocols, and technical procedures
• Participate in audits and inspections; implement corrective actions as needed
• Attend daily staff meetings
• Assist with other tasks as directed by Plant Manager

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or commercial bakery setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications or vocational training preferred
• In-depth knowledge of bakery production equipment, electrical systems, PLCs, pneumatics, and HVAC systems
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and maintenance standards in a food-grade facility
• Proven problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with team members
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, as operational needs require

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Comfortable working in hot, cold, and humid environments
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, reaching and climbing ladders for extended periods of time

As a member of our team, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

Benefits

• 10 days of paid time off (PTO)
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
• 6 paid company holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Company contribution to Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)