Job Description

Are you ‘ bread’ for success?

Come make $dough $ with us!

We are seeking a Lead Mechanic to join our hard working and fast-paced team. The Lead Fleet Mechanic is responsible for inspection, preventative maintenance, diagnosis and repair of all bakery vehicles, as well as overseeing the other two mechanics. Work includes accurate and complete documentation of all inspections and/or work performed. May also perform maintenance and repairs on forklifts, tractors and similar equipment.

Franz Family Bakery was founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest and has become one of country’s most successful bakeries. We produce a variety of baked products, marketed under a wide range of premium labels, all made with quality ingredients and a superior baking process. We employ over 4,000 employees and distribute our products in Alaska, Idaho, California, Utah, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.

Take your career to the next level and join our exciting team. Franz offers employees excellent benefits including:

• Competitive Wages $31-32/hr
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Generous Holiday and Vacation
• Comprehensive Healthcare; Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) and Profit-sharing plan
• Discount Franz Products

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform vehicle preventive maintenance and safety inspections including: lubrication, change all vehicle fluids, change-out engine belts, hoses and lights on gas, diesel vehicles.
• Required to change-out water pumps, fuel pumps, alternators, starter, radiators, brakes, exhaust systems, batteries and other equipment/parts associated with the safe operation of all equipment.
• Must be able to travel locally on a weekly basis to perform PM's and other repairs to vehicles in remote locations.
• Maintain service related records according to standards set by company.
• Oversee the other fleet mechanics.
• Perform clean-up of equipment, parts, and work area.
• Lead Mechanic will report to the Fleet Manager.
• Support and contribute to maintaining a safe environment by working in a safe manner, promoting accident prevention, and reporting potential hazards.
• Adhere to and follow the Company’s Core Values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibility:

• Use proper Lock Out Tag Out process when required while performing operator or clean up duties
• Follow plant safety rules and procedures
• Encourage safe work techniques for all employees (mentor/coach)
• Perform all duties safely and to use discretion to prevent injuries.
• Complete annual safety refresher training requirements.

Job Requirements:

• SHIFT & HOURS: Monday thru Friday start at 7AM or 9AM to finish. Overtime required as needed.
• High School education or GED required.
• Mechanics are required to have knowledge of an engine, chassis and body repair.
• Prior experience repairing and maintaining and diagnosing diesel and gasoline powered trucks is required. Experience with propane lift trucks is a plus.
• 5 years experience on light and medium duty vehicles preferred.
• Ability to learn and perform welding.
• Required to provide your own mechanic tools.
• Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must have high attention to detail and ability to work in a thorough manner to ensure quality workmanship.
• Independent judgment is often required. Some direct guidance is received from Manager and/or from established procedures or instructions.
• Good judgment is essential for a person to be successful.
• Frequent internal contact with people/co-workers and management takes place.
• Personal tool inventory list is required by United States Bakery.
• Position is physically demanding, lifting approximately 25-50 lbs frequently. Material will be moved from floor level to 84 inches (7 feet) in height as required by job task. Must be able to stand for 8 or more hours and perform repetitive lifting, bending, kneeling, and grasping of maintenance tools & vehicle parts or equipment.
• Will work under and over equipment being repaired. Will work at heights using ladders, scissor lifts, etc.
• Must be able to use various hand and power tools, cherry picker, jacks, creepers, ladders and general truck mechanic tools/equipment.
• All PPE will be provided by United States Bakery.