Project Manager, Engineering Services 1

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.

As the Manager of Engineering Services - Project Manager, you will oversee critical systems and drive engineering projects from concept to completion. Leading a team of engineers, you will apply your expertise to manage our capital program, enhance equipment reliability, and support new product development.

Responsibilities :

Responsible for all elements of project management from BOD to commissioning and handover and ensures that all project objectives are met on schedule, safely, and within budgetary limits.Project management duties include :

• Scheduling, budgeting, coordinating project objectives within budgetary limits and reporting status.
• Vendor and equipment investigation, selection, price negotiation, coordination, and procurement efforts related to projects.
• CER development and submission, including the development of presentations to facilitate funding approvals.
• Preparation and review of scope documents, job specifications and drawings.
• Supervising contractors in the execution of projects and in the commissioning and handover to Operations
• Facilitates project reviews and stakeholder meetings and provides the necessary reports on project progress and budget status.
• Utilizes a systematic approach to project management and promotes the use of tools for continuous improvement.
• Works across Regional boundaries and provides support to local Bakery Operations and Maintenance Teams to ensure the timely completion of small-budget projects.
• Participates in the regional multiyear Capital Program, including plan development and regular reporting on project status, commitments, and spending.
• Interacts with Business Units and Division Supply Chain teams, along with Corporate Support Services, to share best practices, upgrade common work processes, and provide feedback on vendor and equipment performance and input for continuous improvement.
• As a Maintenance Subject Matter Expert, generates engineering solutions to repetitive failures and other problems that adversely affect plant operations.
• Assists in the management of equipment supplier-related issues causing inefficiencies, regulatory, safety, and / or quality problems.

Qualifications :

Salary Range : $109,000 - $135,000

Travel : This role requires between 50% - 75% travel

Location : This role is based out of our Ontrario, CA bakery

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

Health & Wellness :

Work-Life Balance :

Financial Security :

Continuous Growth :

Performance-Based Rewards :

We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role :

At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

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.