Maintenance Millwright

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 Maintenance Millwright to join our team at our Brantford bakery. As a Maintenance Millwright, you will be accountable for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and control systems to ensure reliable and safe operation of all production and facility equipment.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: Rotating Continental
Hours: 12‑hour shifts
Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $47.60

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Troubleshoot and repair control systems, scaling systems, and electrical/electronic components on production equipment.
• Perform routine, scheduled preventive maintenance and complete assigned work orders.
• Install and modify mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems as required.
• Handle hazardous materials safely and according to established procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and take a lead role in correction and stabilization efforts.
• Maintain and repair facility and non‑production equipment, including cold storage, forklifts, lighting, vehicles, and building systems.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in work areas and ensure hygiene, safety, and quality compliance.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Millwright Certification (required).
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to work a 12‑hour rotating continental shift schedule.
• Experience with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs and frequency drives.
• Strong initiative, problem‑solving ability, and ability to work independently.
• Flexibility to perform duties outside typical scope as needed.
• Prior exposure to food safety, HACCP, or manufacturing environments.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Class “B” Refrigeration license.
• Experience in a food manufacturing facility.
• Hands‑on involvement in Continuous Improvement projects.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting or automation skills.
• Ability to support cross‑functional maintenance requests across the facility.

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.