Maintenance PM Tech - 1st Shift (Weekend Shift)

Aspire Bakeries Careers•Pine Ridge, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are seeking a Maintenance PM Technician to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be accountable for maintaining and repairing complex production and facility systems to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment overhauls, and technical support across bakery operations.

Requirements

High school diploma and a minimum of 4 years of experience in instrumentation, measurement and control systems, electronics, mechanical, and/or electrical maintenance in an industrial or manufacturing environment; OR 6 years of related industrial maintenance experience in lieu of a diploma.
Experience in at least three of the following areas: refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and food manufacturing process controls.
Knowledge of equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance practices.
Ability to read, understand, and work with electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work assignments.
Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize maintenance management systems and email communication.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Experience troubleshooting and programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Prior food manufacturing or bakery industry experience.
Experience with building automation systems, fire protection systems, and material handling equipment.
Experience fabricating and installing mechanical or electronic components.
Forklift, scissor lift, or other industrial equipment operating experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment to maximize operational uptime.
Perform preventive maintenance, equipment overhauls, and system upgrades to improve reliability and performance.
Install, program, and maintain control systems, instrumentation, and automated equipment used throughout bakery operations and facilities.
Support production teams by diagnosing equipment issues and providing technical expertise to resolve operational challenges.
Operate maintenance tools, machinery, lifts, and material-handling equipment safely and effectively.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and work order documentation using computerized maintenance management systems.
Promote a safe, clean, and compliant work environment by adhering to GMP, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.