Maintenance Technician

Description

About our company:

Bakerly, a happy family-owned company, is proud to be home to one of the fastest-growing brands in the US food industry! We are a baked goods manufacturer that emphasizes delicious, premium, and authentic recipes using only the very best ingredients. Our offices located in Miami, FL, Easton, PA, and San Antonio, TX, will make you feel right at home. Please visit our website to learn more about our delicious French crêpes, golden chocolate croissants, fluffy pancakes, and our large range of outstanding French brioches.

Job Description:

Scope/Purpose of the Position

The Maintenance technician is responsible for ensuring the proper functioning of the production equipment by using quick in-depth troubleshooting and preventive maintenance while maintaining the highest safety, quality, GMP standards.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Primary Duties:

- Perform preventive maintenance on facility-wide equipment to reduce downtime and increase reliability

- Troubleshoot and repair all facility and production equipment in a safe and efficient manner

- Make necessary machinery and equipment adjustments to ensure optimal performance

- Support start-ups, changeovers, daily operations, and shutdowns as needed

- Participate in installation and training on new machinery and equipment

- Utilize the CMMS to create, update, and complete work orders accurately

- Start machines and equipment to test proper operation following repairs

- Record preventive maintenance tasks and completed work orders in a timely manner

- Respond to all maintenance calls promptly and complete work orders as required

- Partner with other departments on root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects

- Collaborate with operators and supervisors to resolve mechanical issues during production

- Identify and report additional preventive maintenance needs

- Track and report usage of spare parts; support inventory planning and restocking

- Maintain a clean and orderly work area; ensure proper care of tools and equipment

- Follow all safety procedures and comply with OSHA standards

- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

- Assist in training production operators on equipment operation

- Read and interpret electrical schematics for equipment troubleshooting

Secondary Duties:

• - Assist with maintaining maintenance logs and documentation archives
• - Support improvements in maintenance SOPs and best practices

Collaboration:

• - Work with Production, Quality, Sanitation, Inventory teams, and other departments to ensure reliable and efficient operation of equipment.
• - Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and vendors regarding equipment status, part needs, and repair timelines

- Work with external vendors and equipment manufacturers during maintenance interventions to support knowledge sharing and enhance internal troubleshooting capabilities

Compliance:

• - Ensure adherence to OSHA regulations, GMP requirements, and company safety policies
• - Maintain records as required for audits and inspections

Supervisory Responsibilities

- This position does not supervise other employees.

Requirements

Education:

• - High school diploma or equivalent required
• - Technical certifications in mechanical or electrical systems preferred

Experience:

• - 2–3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment
• - Experience with mechanical repairs, automation control, and industrial electricity
• - Experience with CMMS software.

Skills:

• - Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams
• - Proficient with CMMS platforms (e.g., Manager Plus)
• - Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• - Clear and professional communication skills
• - Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• - Strong organizational and documentation skills
• - Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• - Technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance
• - Familiarity with food industry equipment and sanitary design standards
• - Experience with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming
• - Welding experience, including sanitary welding
• - Understanding of GMPs, OSHA standards, and other regulatory compliance frameworks

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb (including stairs/ladders).

- Ability to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

- Physical dexterity necessary to handle supplies, machine parts and tools.

- Vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

- The role is based on the production floor, which may include exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and noise levels.

- Work involves standing for extended periods and frequent movement, including walking and bending.

- Employees may handle or be in proximity to food ingredients, including allergens (e.g., wheat, dairy).

- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times, including hairnets, beard nets (if applicable), gloves, and safety shoes.

- The environment requires adherence to strict sanitation and safety standards.

Location: Easton, Pa

Job Type: Full Time

FLSA: Hourly Non Exempt

Benefits and Perks:

- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus incentives.

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.

- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability

- Flexible spending accounts (FSA).

- Additional supplemental insurance program offered, including life, critical, accidental, STD

- Free stress-management counseling and discounts on health and fitness products.

- Generous PTO policy and 401k plan with a 3% employer match.

- 9 paid company holidays

- 40% discount on all company products.

We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. Our recruitment process is based solely on individual qualifications and skills, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We adhere to all applicable laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination in employment.