Maintenance Mechanic - Bakery

Albertsons Companies • Bell, CA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Maintenance Engineer/Technician at a bustling bread facility. The primary responsibility is to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and machinery. This involves performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and repairing equipment to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. The role also includes conducting regular inspections, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance equipment reliability and performance. Collaboration with production teams to coordinate maintenance schedules and prioritize tasks is also key to supporting uninterrupted bread production. The expertise and dedication of the individual in this role are crucial for maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED; A combination of experience and/or education/certification in the use of mechanical tools, industrial electrical, PLC, VFD, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Basic understanding and /or experience of electrical blueprints, PLC, VFD, refrigeration- glycol system, boilers, fabrication, welding, gearbox, pumps, sprockets, chains, pullies, and conveyors.
• Ability and willingness to learn and troubleshoot issues.
• Available to work across all shifts including weekends.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs, sit, stand, walk for long periods, grasp with hands and arms, bend, climb, balance, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear see, use fingers, work on heights and complete repetitive motions as needed. Maintenance tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs. Qualified personnel must be able to work safely and maintain a safe work environment for everyone around.

Responsibilities

• Repair / maintain machinery and bakery equipment like mixers, dividers, proof boxes, baking ovens, baggers, wrappers, coders, tray washers, conveyors, etc. to prevent downtime.
• Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) on bakery equipment as per the maintenance compliance program.
• Inspect plant equipment as assigned to monitor health and functionality.
• Assist in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Requisitions to maintain the supply of spare parts as needed.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders of assigned duties.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.
• Work closely with operators and site teams to increase uptime, which helps keep food moving to our stores and communities.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED