Maintenance Technician III

Aspire Bakeries; California, Newark (MO, NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maintenance Technician III, where your expertise in troubleshooting and repairing complex bakery equipment will be essential. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation and quality, where you'll engage with various systems, including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic controls. You'll be part of a team that values integrity, creativity, and collaboration, ensuring that production runs smoothly and efficiently. With a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, this position provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development in the food manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Flexible Spending Options

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience in instrumentation and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical design documents.
• Experience in troubleshooting PLC software and working with hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical repairs and preventive maintenance on bakery equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical systems.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while adhering to safety protocols.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Hydraulic Systems

PLC Programming

Food Manufacturing Process Controls

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

General Machinery

Power Tools

Computerized Maintenance Systems

Job description

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

The Maintenance Technician III provides complex technical repairs and preventive maintenance on Bakery equipment including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and computerized systems to minimize downtime. This role troubleshoots issues, performs repairs, installs new parts, executes equipment overhauls, tests repaired equipment, and maintains records in the computerized maintenance system.

Responsibilities:

• Provides technical repairs to complex electronic, mechanical, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)'


• Troubleshoots, repairs, fabricates, and/or installs electronic systems, complex gauges, instrumentation repairs, and new parts including mechanical and electronic interfaces


• Troubleshoots, repairs, adjusts, installs, and programs electronic, electric, and pneumatic controls and instrumentation used to control and measure equipment performance, access to buildings, building automation systems, fire protection systems, material handling systems (elevators, etc.), and energy measurement systems


• Assists production workers in diagnosing malfunctions in systems and equipment.


• Executes major equipment overhauls. Tests equipment after repairs, changeovers or extended downtime


• Maintains production equipment while operating on a defined production schedule.


• Operates general machinery and tools including saws, drills, power tools, scissor lifts, forklifts, etc.


• Interacts with and maintains records in accordance with Maintenance Management System requirements and job assignments and communicates via email, all with the use of computer systems


• Completes duties in accordance with quality assurance, GMPs, safety, and other company programs and procedures, and in compliance with government code and regulations.


• Maintains clean, organized, and safe work area, including wiping and washing equipment and tools, sweeping and mopping floors, and trash removal.


• Confers with and coordinates activities with Bakery personnel and other departments to minimize disruptions to production and maintenance schedules.


• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma with a minimum of 4 years of experience in instrumentation, measurement, and control systems, electronics, mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial and manufacturing machinery or 6 years of experience in instrumentation, measurement, and control systems, electronics, mechanical and/or electrical experience in industrial and manufacturing machinery. A bachelor degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.


• Experience in three of the following skills: refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and food manufacturing process controls


• 4 years experience in industrial maintenance environment troubleshooting PLC software, I/O, and field devices and working with mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems preferred


• Knowledge of equipment set-up, functionality, operating procedures, and preventative maintenance techniques


• Able to handle multiple tasks with the capability of prioritizing and planning work activities.


• Must have the ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems design documentation and vendor-supplied documents including Process & Instrument Drawings (PID), electrical single line drawings, instrument loop drawings, electrical cable, routing and termination, mechanical diagrams and machine layout drawings


• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and must also adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line


• Food manufacturing experience


• SAP knowledge and experience

Hourly Rate:$40.40

Shift:2nd

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Company-paid life insurance


• Optional voluntary benefits

Work-Life Balance:

• Paid parental leave


• Paid time off and holidays

Financial Security:

• Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Continuous Growth:

• Tuition reimbursement program


• Flexible Spending:


• HSA and FSA options

Performance-Based Rewards:

We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role:

• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements.


• Sales Incentive Plan (SIP): Rewarding excellence in sales performance.


• Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP): Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals.

At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.