Maintenance Tech

Aspire Bakeries LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture

Health & Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial Security

Growth & Development

Flexibility & Support

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries LLC in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a Tech 3, Bakery Maintenance to perform advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment, ensuring uptime and safe operations.

This senior role requires the ability to diagnose PLC-related issues and coordinate with production staff and contractors. Shift is 2nd, 2 PM–10:30 PM, with weekend availability and hourly compensation of $36–$37.25.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years mechanical/electrical experience, or 5 years total experience.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams; interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC issues.
• Overhauls and system rebuilds of major equipment.
• Operate and maintain tools safely; document activities and communicate with team.
• Coordinate with production and external contractors to minimize downtime.
• Maintain GMPs and safety standards in maintenance areas.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Read schematics

Technical reading

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Job Description

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security - Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development - Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Tech 3, Bakery Maintenance to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Tech 3, you will be accountable for performing advanced preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting complex equipment issues, and supporting the reliability of bakery production systems. This senior-level maintenance role is critical to minimizing downtime, ensuring safe operations, and maintaining high-performing equipment across the facility.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 2nd
• Hours: 2 PM - 10:30 PM
• Weekend availability: Required

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $36 - $37.25

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Perform advanced preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance on production equipment to support high equipment uptime
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and PLC-related issues
• Execute or assist with major equipment overhauls and system rebuilds
• Maintain and operate tools and machinery safely, including lifts, forklifts, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Document maintenance activities in the Maintenance Management System and communicate electronically with team members
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized maintenance work areas in compliance with GMPs, safety rules, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with production and external contractors to coordinate work and minimize disruptions

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma
• Minimum 3 years of mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial or manufacturing machinery, OR 5 years of equivalent experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including P&IDs, electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, and machine layout drawings
• Experience in at least two of the following technical areas: refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, food manufacturing process controls
• Knowledge of equipment setup, functionality, operating procedures, and preventive maintenance techniques
• Ability to prior