Maintenance Manager: 24/7 Bakery Operations Lead

Schwartz Brothers Restaurants; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

PTO accrual

401(k) match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Voluntary benefits

Flexible scheduling

Length of service bonuses

Referral program

Growth opportunities

Employee assistance

Job summary

Schwartz Brothers Bakery is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a 24/7 maintenance team, ensuring safe, reliable operation of electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical systems in a high-volume bakery.

You will balance technical work with team leadership, drive preventative maintenance, and coordinate with production to minimize downtime while upholding safety and quality standards. Growth opportunities are available within a busy, nationwide bakery network.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance within a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, 24/7 production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support a team of maintenance technicians.
• Plan and oversee preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues quickly and effectively.
• Prioritize daily maintenance needs in partnership with production.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards.
• Support and maintain systems including electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Oversee boiler operations, safety checks, and routine maintenance.
• Train team members and help build a strong, reliable maintenance team.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Partner with leadership on process improvements and equipment upgrade.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Electrical systems

Refrigeration systems

Plumbing & mechanical

Welding/fabrication

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Schwartz Brothers Bakery is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a 24/7 maintenance team, ensuring safe, reliable operation of electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical systems in a high-volume bakery.

You will balance technical work with team leadership, drive preventative maintenance, and coordinate with production to minimize downtime while upholding safety and quality standards. Growth opportunities are available within a busy, nationwide bakery network.