Maintenance Supervisor

Bimbo Bakeries USA is a leading baking company known for its diverse and beloved brands, including Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat bread, Thomas' English muffins and bagels, as well as Sara Lee, Entenmann's, and Marinela cakes and donuts. With more than 20,000 associates working across bakeries, sales centers, offices, and sales routes nationwide, Bimbo Bakeries USA is dedicated to delivering the freshest products to consumers at every meal. The company is committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment that embraces diversity, promotes career development, and encourages associates to bring their authentic selves to work. This culture of inclusivity and growth underpins Bimbo Bakeries USA's reputation as the largest baking company in the world and a family to its extensive workforce.

The Maintenance Team Leader role at Bimbo Bakeries USA is a crucial position that supports the company's pursuit of operational excellence and high-quality production standards. This role involves leading a team responsible for maintaining equipment and production processes that adhere to world-class standards for quality, efficiency, and safety. The Maintenance Team Leader is instrumental in fostering a positive and engaging culture by coaching, developing, and empowering associates to take ownership and accountability in meeting key performance metrics such as throughput and on-time shipping. They play a pivotal role in coordinating shift activities, ensuring smooth operations, and facilitating teamwork across departments to solve production issues and meet scheduling goals.

In this role, leaders uphold the company’s E5 Leadership Behaviors — Embrace the Consumer, Ensure Operational Capabilities, Empower and Involve, Engage and Develop, and Expect Ownership and Accountability — guiding their teams to operational success and continuous improvement. They also handle the challenge of balancing productivity with safety by achieving safety goals, conducting safety awareness programs, and complying with workplace regulations and company policies. Maintenance Team Leaders use technology and digital tools including SOMAX, Rever, Shift Guides, and Intelex to manage processes effectively.

Bimbo Bakeries USA offers competitive salaries for this leadership position, with a salary range of $86,200 to $112,100 annually and eligibility for performance bonuses. The company emphasizes a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, 401k with company match, and additional health and welfare benefits. Working as a Maintenance Team Leader requires flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Candidates for this role typically bring over three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food industry, and demonstrate proficiency in using computer applications like MS Office. The role demands strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to deliver operational execution and drive cultural values that foster continuous improvement and teamwork. The ideal candidate is a proactive change leader who embraces new challenges, motivates their team, and guides talent development for sustained organizational success.