Project Manager, Engineering

Project Manager, Engineering Services 1 – Aspire Bakeries Apply for the Project Manager, Engineering Services 1 role at Aspire Bakeries.

Base Pay Range $109,000.00 / yr – $135,000.00 / yr

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

As the Manager of Engineering Services – Project Manager, you will oversee critical systems and drive engineering projects from concept to completion. Leading a team of engineers, you will apply your expertise to manage our capital program, enhance equipment reliability, and support new product development.

Responsibilities

Lead project management from planning to commissioning and handover, ensuring objectives are met on schedule, safely, and within budget. Scheduling, budgeting, coordinating project objectives within limits and reporting status.

Vendor and equipment investigation, selection, price negotiation, coordination, and procurement.

CER development and submission, including presentations for funding approvals.

Preparation and review of scope documents, job specifications and drawings.

Supervise contractors in project execution and commissioning, and handover to Operations.

Facilitate project reviews and stakeholder meetings and provide reports on progress and budget status.

Utilize a systematic approach to project management and promote the use of tools for continuous improvement.

Work across regional boundaries and support local Bakery Operations and Maintenance Teams for timely completion of small-budget projects.

Participate in the regional multiyear Capital Program, including plan development and regular reporting on project status, commitments, and spending.

Interact with Business Units, Division Supply Chain teams and Corporate Support Services to share best practices, upgrade work processes, and provide feedback on vendor and equipment performance and continuous improvement inputs.

Serve as a Maintenance Subject Matter Expert, generating engineering solutions to repetitive failures and other problems adversely affecting plant operations.

Assist in managing equipment supplier‑related issues causing inefficiencies, regulatory, safety, or quality problems.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any discipline).

7 to 10 years of reliability engineering and/or project management experience in food engineering.

Knowledge of asset care and maintenance management.

Successful leadership of diverse capital projects from feasibility through start‑up and performance validation.

Knowledge of current personnel safety, food safety, environmental and regulatory compliance issues related to manufacturing in the food industry.

Experience applying engineering knowledge cross‑functionally to support new food development and commercialization in specialty food categories.

Excellent planning and coordination skills.

Expertise in Microsoft Office skills is required.

AutoCAD proficiency is preferred.

Travel This role requires between 50% and 75% travel.

Location This role is based at our Ontario, CA bakery.

Benefits Designed With You In Mind

Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company‑paid life insurance

Optional voluntary benefits

Work‑Life Balance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Financial Security

Competitive 401(k) plan with 100% vested company match

Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage

Continuous Growth

Tuition reimbursement program

Flexible Spending: HSA and FSA options

Performance‑Based Rewards

Short‑Term Incentive Plan (STIP)

Sales Incentive Plan (SIP)

Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP)

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, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. 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, or veteran status.

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