Maintenance Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious? 

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

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead, Bakery Maintenance (3rd Shift) to join our team at Ontario, CA bakery. As a Lead, Bakery Maintenance, you will support the Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing maintenance team members and ensuring equipment and facility readiness to meet daily production requirements. This role is critical to maintaining a safe, efficient, and food-safe operation while promoting compliance with maintenance, quality, and safety standards.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3rd Shift
• Hours : 10:00 pm- 5:30 am
• Weekend Availability: As needed

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $38- $42

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead and support maintenance team members to ensure safe and efficient operations during assigned shift.
• Maintain facility equipment and systems in a state of operational readiness to support production goals.
• Inspect, identify, troubleshoot, and resolve maintenance issues to minimize downtime.
• Promote compliance with food safety, GMP, HACCP, allergen, and workplace safety standards.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and ensure corrective actions are completed promptly.
• Foster communication and collaboration between maintenance and production teams to address equipment and food safety concerns.
• Complete and maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and required documentation.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, and PLC systems.
• Minimum 1 year of leadership, lead, or supervisory experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members and cross-functional partners.
• Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and SAP.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and respond to equipment issues in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• 5 or more years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or bakery environment.
• Experience supporting high-speed production equipment.
• Knowledge of fermentation, bun production processes, and bakery operations.
• Advanced troubleshooting and preventive maintenance experience.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and food safety.

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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.