Tech 3, Bakery- Maintenance- 3rd Shift
About The Position
Aspire Bakeries is seeking a Maintenance Technician 3 for its bakery in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The role performs complex maintenance and repair work on production equipment, using advanced troubleshooting and preventative maintenance practices to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. The position supports production operations and maintains equipment across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, computerized, and automated control systems. This is a third-shift role, scheduled from 9:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with weekend availability required. The technician must maintain accurate maintenance records, follow safety, GMP, quality, and regulatory requirements, and keep the work area clean and organized.
Requirements
- High school diploma and at least 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.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and control system documentation, such as 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.
- Availability to work the third shift, 9:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- At least 4 years of experience troubleshooting PLC software, I/O systems, and field devices.
- Experience with mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in food manufacturing.
- Skills in at least three of the following areas: 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 production 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.
- Comply with safety, GMP, quality, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary insurance options.
- Paid parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
- Competitive retirement plans.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Learning and development programs.
- HSA and FSA plans.
- Performance incentive plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
