Tech 3, Bakery- Maintenance- 3rd Shift

Aspire Bakeries Careers•Hazle Township, PA

3d•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 Technician 3 to join our team at our Hazleton, PA bakery. As a Maintenance Technician 3, you will be accountable for performing complex maintenance and repair activities on production equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime through advanced troubleshooting and preventative maintenance practices.

Requirements

High school diploma with a minimum of 4 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience, or 6 years of equivalent hands-on experience
Experience in instrumentation, measurement, control systems, and industrial mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment in a manufacturing environment
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and control system documentation (e.g., P&IDs, schematics, and layout drawings)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Basic computer proficiency for maintenance systems and communication
Ability to safely operate tools and equipment such as power tools, lifts, and forklifts

Nice To Haves

4+ years of experience troubleshooting PLC software, I/O systems, and field devices
Experience working with mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in food manufacturing
Skills in at least three of the following: refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or food process controls
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and equipment setup and functionality

Responsibilities

Perform complex repairs and preventative maintenance on bakery equipment across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and computerized systems
Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving PLCs, instrumentation, and automated control systems to minimize downtime
Install, program, and maintain electronic, electrical, and pneumatic control systems and equipment
Execute major equipment overhauls, validate repairs, and return systems to operational readiness
Support production teams by diagnosing equipment malfunctions and maintaining uptime during scheduled operations
Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate updates using computerized maintenance management systems
Ensure compliance with safety, GMPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining a clean and organized workspace