Job Description

Panera Bread has a need for a full-time multi-craft maintenance mechanic to join our Fresh Dough Facility (FDF) in Cincinnati, OH. Our facility produces all of the bread, bagel, and roll dough for all of our bakery-cafes in the region. We are seeking a mechanic experienced in working within a manufacturing environment repairing, maintaining, and installing all types of bakery/food production equipment and machinery, as well as general facilities maintenance. 

• Provides support to the production staff to minimize downtime and maintain high safety and quality standards.
• Manage and perform scheduled equipment Preventive Maintenance (PM) Program.
• Troubleshoot and repair all process equipment as safely, quickly and efficiently as possible.
• Initiates purchase order for equipment and facility needs.
• To work in a manner which is safe, clean, and well organized.
• Work a rotating shift with one day of weekend coverage.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a mechanic in a production/manufacturing environment, food industry is preferred.
• Well versed in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment and systems.
• Experience in the use of basic hand tools, electrical meters, grinding equipment, drill press and band saws.
• Refrigeration and HVAC experience is a definite plus.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as mechanical drawings, schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to perform basic math.
• Need to also have the ability to communicate effectively with employees in the organization.
• Welding (ARC, TIG, MIG).

We Offer:

Competitive Pay • Award Program Potential • Competitive Health & Welfare Benefits • Company-Matched 401(k) Savings Plan • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • Product Discount

Panera operates more than 2,100 bakery-cafes in 45 states and in Ontario Canada under the Panera Bread, Saint Louis Bread Co. and Paradise Bakery & Cafe; names, delivering fresh, authentic artisan bread served in a warm environment by engaging associates. These cafes are supported by 21 Fresh Dough Manufacturing Facilities that deliver fresh dough 7 days a week 363 days per year.

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