Maintenance Lead

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

In the absence of the Shift Maintenance Supervisor, coordinates the activities of the Maintenance crew on shift and works with them to maintain the company facilities and equipment. The Lead is responsible for the execution of all assignments from the maintenance department, which entails both scheduled and unscheduled work. This position requires efficient deployment of labor, the proper utilization of materials and the ability to understand customers' needs. Provides technical trouble-shooting expertise and skills.

Responsibilities

• Works as an active member of the shift team performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Maintains detailed records of completed repairs, rebuilds and line inspections
• Manages contractor work as required and as assigned.
• Communicates with team regarding performance standards and expectations.
• Coordinates, monitors and utilizes the Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS).
• Performs root cause analysis of mechanical downtime and recommend changes.
• May conduct preventive maintenance (PM) and work order audits.
• Coordinates daily work orders and projects as they occur across shifts.
• Maintains plant facilities and grounds in accordance with relevant regulations, company and regulatory standards and fiscal consideration.
• Keeps abreast of latest manufacturing technologies and systems and engineering concepts to continually improve plant performance.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Works to maintain and improve on the quality, legality and safety of each product and the processes used in their manufacture. Responsible for keeping assigned work area clean and tidy at all times and reporting any potential contamination and suspicious activity to a Supervisor immediately.
  

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Analytical - Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Technical Skills - Uses technical expertise appropriate to situation; shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming others; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control.
• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; works with integrity and ethically.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings on time.
• Dependability - Follows written and oral instructions; responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
  

Education, Technical Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level

Required

• High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required.
• Math Ability - Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to interpret graphs and diagrams preferred.
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Experience working in a maintenance department, preferably in an automated food processing plant.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, operating manuals and maintenance instructions to complete machine rebuilds and repairs. Ability to complete forms detailing maintenance work performed.
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.Knowledge of preventative maintenance software preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft office software is required.
  

Preferred

• Depending on location, may require various licenses by local, county, state or federal agencies. This position requires a valid driver's license.
  

Shift: 1st

Hourly Pay Range: $42 - $43

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.