Manager, Bakery- Maintenance Utilities

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.

Responsibilities :

Ensure continuous operation of all utility systems and equipment to support production and facility needs.

Supervise utility systems operator-mechanics, ensuring proper licensing and proficiency.

Manage and schedule all utilities maintenance, including contractor work and shutdowns.

Implement and oversee the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Serve as Facility Environmental Manager, maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, hazardous materials).

Maintain records and training for Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management Plans (RMP), and NJDEP programs.

Lead or participate in the Hazmat team as needed.

Coordinate technical analysis services (e.g., infrared scanning, vibration analysis, energy metering) to monitor equipment health.

Manage the utilities' reliability program, balancing proactive and reactive maintenance to ensure system uptime.

Support major equipment bids and represent the company with vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Monitor and manage utilities and energy budgets, reporting variances and improvement opportunities.

Assist in developing policies, procedures, and annual budgets related to utilities and environmental compliance.

Support quality, safety, and cleanliness standards across all assigned areas.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field is preferred, but proven work experience and proper certifications may be accepted in lieu.

5 to 7 years operations and maintenance management experience in a manufacturing environment requiring knowledge of refrigeration, steam, compressed air, industrial electrical systems, and automated manufacturing process controls

Must possess at minimum, a Blue Seal for Boilers AND a Red or Gold Seal for Refrigeration which is required by the state of New Jersey for operation of hazardous refrigeration and high-pressure steam systems.

Working knowledge of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation processes / procedures and Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).

Understanding of 480VAC 3-Phase electrical power as well as 277VAC lighting circuits.

Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits including low voltage AC / DC, 220VAC, and 230 / 240VAC.

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment.

Ability to read and interpret work orders, operating manuals and maintenance instructions. Ability to complete forms detailing maintenance work performed. Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.

Knowledge of Windows; Microsoft Office, AutoCAD; Internet software, and CMMS software is required.

Working knowledge of spoken Spanish preferred.

SAP experience

Salary Range : $130,000-$150,000

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.