Assistant Chief Engineer

The H&S Family of Bakeries are a network of 10 bakeries and multiple distribution centers along the East Coast, all committed to one thing: producing the best quality bread products possible. H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. Together, our baked goods can be found in a wide range of establishments, from fast food and quick-service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities.

The Assistant Chief Engineer helps the Chief Engineer to oversee and manage all aspects of themaintenance department including maintaining equipment and the building and grounds, parts purchasing and inventory, budgets, capital project management, mechanic training and development and hiring.

In this role you will:

• Follow up on preventative maintenance, work orders, and emergency repairs toensure they are being done correctly.
• Work closely with production to make sure their needs are met.
• Work with sanitation to make sure scheduled shutdowns are effective for bothdepartments.
• Scheduling and planning for work to be done during normal shutdowns.
• Organize and maintain a proper parts inventory as well as oversee all maintenancepurchasing and contractors.
• Facilitate training programs for all maintenance employees.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems onautomated equipment.
• Manage food safety requirements as they pertain to maintenance.
• Manage and follow up on all safety programs and related training.
• Work in a fast-paced environment. This is primarily a hands-on
  position.
• Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
• Be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
• Work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years' experience as a maintenance mechanic.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Electrical troubleshooting ability is preferred.
• Ability to work on your feet for hours at a time, and in hot environments

What's in it for you?

At the H&S Family of Bakeries, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation that encourages longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive and affordable benefits packages, including medical/dental/vision, short term disability, retirement savings, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and of course - cool company swag.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors