Artisan Bakers opened its doors in July 1992 with the simple goal of maintaining the highest possible standard of quality. Every single item we produce is baked from scratch daily using the finest ingredients available. More than 30 years later, our philosophy of quality remains the same. We take great pride in what we do and are certain you will taste the difference in every Artisan Bakers product we make.
As a Mechanic for Artisan Bakers, the candidate will be expected to work with our maintenance department to ensure that our electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems are operating correctly and efficiently. This individual must be passionate, committed, and dedicated to the quality of our product, and the enrichment of our staff and systems. This position requires above average attention to detail, advanced knowledge of baking equipment maintenance, and the ability to think and act quickly. This candidate will report directly to the Facilities Manager.
Objective:
Provide support to ensure a high level of mechanical expertise to maintain an effective and efficient maintenance service to the various departments of Artisan Bakers. Ensuring that all equipment and machinery is clean, safe, and in compliance with the specifications, GMP practices, and SOPs set forth by Artisan Bakers.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise in electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to ensure high efficiency in plant operations
- Experience in working on industrial ovens, dough mixers, and assembly line.
- Ability to troubleshot and report corrective action
- Well versed in lockout tagout procedure
- Ensure health, food safety, and quality environmental procedures are always followed.
- Comply with company policies
- Modify components of machinery and tools by utilizing outdated or readily available parts, customizing them to suit specific requirements
- Understand HACCP, GMP, OSHA, and BRCs maintenance program requirements.
- Educate and train employees on how to correctly use machines and equipment
- Rebuild equipment and machine parts
- Program, operate, and install control systems
- Install and update high voltage components throughout the plant
- Continue learning about baking equipment and how to repair it
- Welding requirements
- Complete any other task assigned by the maintenance manager
- Committed to continuous improvement and growth
Core Competencies:
Attention to Detail – ensures all tasks are completed accurately to business specifications while performing all tasks safely.
Time Management – Ability to prioritize tasks; ensuring that you have adequate time to complete and confirm completion to the desired quality standard.
Problem Solving – Using creative, logical, and critical thinking to find solutions to meet the desired quality standard.
Communication – Written and verbal communication skills are crucial in this role. Being able to explain policies and procedures as well as actively listening is imperative.
Multitasking – Ability to pivot from task to task while prioritizing business needs without compromising company standards.
Physical Requirements/ Working conditions
- Must be able to bend, crouch, climb, and kneel for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
- Must be able to withstand constant temperature fluctuation
- Floor will often be slippery
- This is a commercial bakery production plant
EEO Statement
Artisan Bakers is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any protected basis. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the company and prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected category towards any company employee by any other employee, including supervisors, managers, and co-workers, and by third parties with whom employees interact in connection with their employment.