Ready to advance your maintenance career with a structured three-tier progression system? Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client - an established industrial artisan bakery in Frederick, MD - who offers a clear advancement program where your technical growth translates directly to significant pay increases.

About Our Client

Our client is a locally-owned industrial artisan bakery in Frederick, MD, known for its collaborative culture, commitment to quality, and investment in employee development. They operate state-of-the-art automated production lines in a 24/7 manufacturing environment with a strong focus on technical skill development and internal promotion.

The Opportunity

As a Production Equipment Technician on DAY SHIFT (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM), you'll work alongside experienced Plant Engineers maintaining fully-automated bakery production equipment. This role offers a unique advancement structure: Mechanic Level 1 → Level 2 → Level 3, with clearly defined technical milestones and substantial pay increases at each tier. Your technical skills and problem-solving abilities will directly impact production efficiency while you build expertise on specialized industrial systems.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair automated production equipment including conveyors, motors, pumps, and bearings
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability
• Diagnose and repair complex industrial systems including PLCs, drives, and automated controls
• Perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance on specialized bakery manufacturing equipment
• Work within food safety protocols including GFSI, GMPs, and HARPC compliance
• Complete detailed shift documentation and maintenance logs
• Partner with Plant Engineers to implement continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing environments (food, pharmaceutical, packaging, automotive, or similar production facilities)
• Strong mechanical AND electrical troubleshooting skills (must have foundation in both areas)
• Experience with PLC-controlled automated equipment and production systems
• Proven ability to handle production downtime urgency and execute emergency repairs
• Positive attitude with strong problem-solving capabilities and team collaboration skills
• Ability to work 12-hour Day shifts on 2-2-3 rotation schedule
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Food or beverage manufacturing experience with FDA/USDA compliance knowledge
• Background with Siemens or Rockwell automated equipment
• Forklift and scissor lift certifications
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems

What Makes This Role Special

• Structured Career Advancement: Three-tier progression system with defined technical competencies and documented sign-off process - you're not stuck at one rate
• Competitive Compensation: Market-competitive pay with significant increases through advancement tiers, plus day shift differential
• Work-Life Balance Schedule: 2-2-3 Day shift rotation (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM) providing every other weekend as a 3-day weekend
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: 401(k) with company matching, health and dental insurance, paid time off
• 90-Day Training Program: Structured onboarding with technical skill development and mentorship
• Technical Growth: Work with specialized automated bakery equipment you won't find elsewhere - continuous learning environment
• Small Team Impact: Tight-knit maintenance crew (2 technicians per shift) where your contributions are recognized and rewarded
• Stability & Growth: Join an established, locally-owned company expanding operations with long-term career potential

This facility values maintenance technicians who bring both technical expertise and a positive team spirit. While the automated bakery equipment may be new to you, cultural fit and willingness to learn are just as important as your technical foundation. They look for problem-solvers who understand production urgency and take pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

Ready to advance your maintenance career? Apply and Pave Talent will contact qualified candidates within 24 hours. Confidential search - your application is fully private!