Engineer/Maintenance Technician - Spokane

Bakery Maintenance Engineer

Celebrating 120 years of baking and growing careers.

Franz Family Bakery was founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest and has become one of country's most successful bakeries. We produce a variety of baked products, marketed under a wide range of premium labels, all made with quality ingredients and a superior baking process. We employ over 4,000 employees and distribute our products in Alaska, Idaho, California, Utah, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Take your career to the next level and join our exciting team. Franz offers employees excellent benefits including:

• Competitive Wages ($32.70 up to $37.45 per hour and paid weekly) based on experience and certifications to include demonstrated knowledge of:
• PLCs
• Welding
• Electrical systems
• Comprehensive Healthcare (Premium paid for employee and family - medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• Generous Holiday and Vacation
• Pension and Retirement funds
• Discount Franz Products
• Growth and Development Opportunities

We are seeking Bakery Maintenance Engineers to join our hard working and fast-paced team. Bakery Maintenance Engineers will perform required repairs and maintenance tasks as assigned in an orderly, timely, and cost conscious manner on a variety of bakery production equipment, freezers, and/or facilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of all pieces of equipment within the bakery including production equipment; mechanical and electrical components.
• Responsible for maintaining the equipment's productivity to minimize downtime or malfunctions. Some tasks are required to be performed within rigid time frames to maximize bakery product productivity.
• Ensures all work areas are clean, safe, and follows company GMPs.
• Works in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with federal and state requirements at all times.
• Maintains accurate and timely records of work performed on work orders, maintenance calls, and preventative maintenance reports.
• Prepares specific and accurate parts request forms.
• Responds to maintenance and line stoppage calls with a sense of urgency and ownership.
• Provides emergency repairs quickly and efficiently.
• Performs duties in all areas within maintenance department.
• Provides technical assistance and information to the Engineering management team.
• Displays initiative in recognizing work to be accomplished and makes recommendations to Chief Engineer.
• Additional duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• SHIFT & HOURS: Shifts are assigned through the union bid process.
• Union membership is required (Local T690). Previous experience in similar maintenance of production line equipment and facilities is preferred (if applicable)
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to quickly learn new job tasks and flexibility to work in different jobs as needed.
• Adherence to company core values.

*Grave, Swing, and Day Shift. Shifts awarded through the union bid process.

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