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.

As the Chief Engineer, you will oversee and manage all aspects of the maintenance department including, but not limited to, maintaining equipment, maintaining building and grounds, parts purchasing and inventory, maintenance budgets, capital project management, mechanic training and development, maintenance hiring, work scheduling and follow up inspections, predictive and preventative maintenance program management, and interdepartmental director of engineering. Chief Engineers report directly to the plant manager and indirectly to the corporate communications.

In this role, you will:

• Follow up on preventative maintenance, work orders, and emergency repairs to ensure they are being done correctly.
• Work closely with production to make sure their needs are met.
• Partner with sanitation to make sure scheduled shutdowns are effective for both departments.
• Scheduling and planning for work to be done during normal shutdowns.
• Organize and maintain a proper parts inventory as well as oversee all maintenance purchasing and contractors.
• Responsible for hiring maintenance mechanics.
• Work with maintenance personnel individually to help them improve and grow in their careers.
• Facilitate training programs for all maintenance employees.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on automated equipment.
• Ensure 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, in a primarily hands-on position.
• Participation in staff meetings, operations shift meetings, as well as safety and food safety meetings and inspections may be required.
• Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
• Available to work on call during off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
• Willing and available to work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years' experience as a maintenance mechanic.
• Experience working in the food industry, preferably in baking.
• Possess strong leadership qualities.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability.
• 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.