Maintenance Mechanic; 2nd Shift

Pastry Star, a manufacturer of premium bakery ingredients, is seeking a hands‑on, organized Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance to ensure production equipment and facilities remain safe, reliable, and fully operational.

This is a hands‑on technical role that plays a critical part in supporting overnight production, safety compliance, and equipment reliability.

• Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies in a timely manner
• Support weekend, shutdown, and special maintenance activities as needed
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations (LOTO, PPE, confined spaces, working at heights)
• Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment
• Identify recurring equipment issues and participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Complete work orders accurately using CMMS and document repairs and parts used
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance areas and tools
• Assist in monitoring spare parts inventory
• Work collaboratively with Production, QA, and Engineering teams
• Follow all GMP, food safety, and sanitation requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 5‑10 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Food safety standards (FDA, FSMA)
• Cleaning and sanitation chemicals, tools, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Dry mix and liquid production areas
• Common areas such as restrooms, breakrooms, and kitchens
• Ability to follow Master Sanitation Schedules and complete sanitation logs accurately
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to train and lead a small sanitation team
• Good communication skills; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Stand, bend, and climb for long periods
• Work in wet, humid, or temperature‑controlled environments
• Willingness to wear required PPE at all times (gloves, goggles, boots, etc.)

• Mechanics
• Electromechanics
• Related technical field (preferred)

• Minimum 3–4 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience working independently on night shift preferred

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices including LOTO, confined spaces, and proper PPE usage
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Flexibility to respond to urgent repairs and production support needs

• Experience in a GMP‑regulated or food manufacturing environment
• Welding, millwright, or multi‑craft maintenance experience
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), or 5S principles
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience (preferred but not required)

• CMRT – Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician from Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals
• CMRP – Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional
• Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Certification from National Center for Construction Education and Research or similar credentials such as those from National Institute for Metalworking Skills

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $29.00 – $42.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Laurel, MD 20723 (Required)

Pastry Star is an equal opportunity employer.

PLEASE NOTE:

WE E-VERIFY. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be confirmed through the E-Verify system.