Maintenance Planner - 1st Shift

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious? 

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. 

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! 

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking an Analyst, Bakery - Maintenance Planner - 1st Shift to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery. As an Analyst, Bakery - Maintenance Planner - 1st Shift, you will be accountable for coordinating preventive and predictive maintenance planning activities that support equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and maintenance effectiveness. This role is vital to ensuring maintenance resources, materials, and work activities are effectively planned and executed to minimize downtime and support bakery operations.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Hours: 6am-2:30pm
• Weekend availability: As required by business needs

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Coordinate maintenance planning and scheduling activities to maximize equipment reliability and operational performance.
• Prioritize and manage maintenance work orders, labor requirements, backlog activities, and material needs.
• Oversee contractor, vendor, and service provider activities to ensure quality execution of maintenance work.
• Maintain CMMS/SAP systems, maintenance records, reporting, and performance tracking processes.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures, SOPs, and compliance programs to support safe operations.
• Manage maintenance inventory, purchasing activities, and parts availability to support maintenance execution.
• Collaborate on capital projects, equipment procurement, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate data and implement solutions.
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems and SAP for maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and maintenance scheduling processes.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP, OSHA requirements, and food safety practices.
• Bilingual Spanish language skills and experience coaching or developing maintenance teams.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.