Industrial Maintenance Technician I

Flowers Foods•Lenexa, KS

8d•$34

About The Position

Industrial Maintenance Technicians help ensure bakery operations run efficiently by performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance while prioritizing safety and quality. The role requires a technical mindset, strong mechanical capabilities, flexibility to rotate assignments across bakery areas, and an aptitude for ongoing training as technology and performance standards evolve. The job requires climbing fixed and portable ladders up to 20 feet, stooping and bending while lifting up to 50 pounds, and climbing onto and crawling under machinery as needed. Technicians may need to obtain licenses required by municipal, county/ward, or state regulators to work with boilers, refrigeration components, and other job-related equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to climb fixed and portable ladders up to 20 feet, stoop and bend while lifting up to 50 pounds, and climb onto and crawl under machinery as required.
Technical mindset and strong mechanical capabilities.
Flexibility to rotate job assignments throughout various areas of the bakery.
Aptitude and drive to pursue ongoing training.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school certification or diploma.
At least 1 year of experience as a technician.
Experience in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, welding, electrical work, industrial equipment, automotive repairs, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate safe work habits, proper tool selection and usage, general shop practices, maintenance tasks, and general knowledge of support equipment.
Lubricate components properly and conduct preventive maintenance on specific equipment.
Identify mechanical wear; identify, troubleshoot, and replace mechanical drive and conveyor components.
Use SAP software for parts checkout, reporting, and general data entry.
Apply learned knowledge of environmental and maintenance programs.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Comply with Company policies and procedures, including EEO, harassment, safety, and Sarbanes-Oxley policies.
Perform other duties considered integral to the job, including fulfilling work schedules and adhering to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules, policies, and procedures.
Possess or obtain licenses required by relevant regulatory agencies to work with boilers, refrigeration components, and other job-related equipment.