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 like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun 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.

 

The Tech 3, Bakery Maintenance is responsible for ensuring all bakery production equipment and facility systems are maintained in a safe, sanitary, and fully operational condition. This role supports consistent production output, food safety compliance, and equipment reliability. All tasks must be performed in accordance with company policies, safety standards, and food quality protocols.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair bakery equipment to support uninterrupted production.
• Ensure work areas and tools are clean, organized, and compliant with safety and sanitation standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and promptly address equipment issues.
• Accurately complete maintenance logs and documentation.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, and allergen control procedures.
• Stay current with bakery production processes, including fermentation and bun production systems.
• Support continuous improvement in equipment performance and food safety practices.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve equipment and safety concerns efficiently.

 

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: 4–7 years in industrial maintenance, preferably in food or bakery manufacturing

Skills:

• Strong mechanical, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting abilities
• Effective communication and documentation skills
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint Travel: Not required

 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities

Work Environment

• Fast-paced bakery production environment Exposure to heat, noise, and food ingredients

 

Shift: 2nd

Salary: $33 - $37 per hour

 

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.