PastryStar is more than a food manufacturer—it’s a team driven by passion, craftsmanship, and innovation. Founded by a French pastry chef and rooted in over 35 years of expertise, we create high-quality, clean-label ingredients that help professionals bring exceptional desserts to life. At PastryStar, we don’t just make products—we solve problems, elevate standards, and build something meaningful together.

Joining us means:

Innovation & Creativity: Work with cutting-edge pastry solutions and bring your ideas to life.
Quality & Integrity: Be part of a team that values transparency, excellence, and ethical practices.
Growth & Learning: Develop your skills in a supportive environment with industry experts.
Team Spirit: Collaborate with a motivated, diverse, and passionate team.

If you love food, creativity, and making an impact in the bakery and pastry industry, PastryStar is the place for you!

About Us:PastryStar is located in Laurel, MD. Since 1986, the company has been manufacturing high quality, clean-label bakery ingredients (such as powder mixes, baking fruit jams, and fillings). Our core customers are industrial bakeries, in-store bakeries, and cruise lines.

About the role

PastryStar, a manufacturer of premium bakery ingredients, is seeking a hands-on and organized MaintenanceMechanic – 2nd Shift is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance to ensure production equipment and facilities remain safe, reliable, and fully operational.

This is a hands-on technical role that plays a critical part in supporting overnight production, safety compliance, and equipment reliability.

What you'll do

Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies in a timely manner
Support weekend, shutdown, and special maintenance activities as needed
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations (LOTO, PPE, confined spaces, working at heights)
Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment
Identify recurring equipment issues and participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Complete work orders accurately using CMMS and document repairs and parts used
Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance areas and tools
Assist in monitoring spare parts inventory
Work collaboratively with Production, QA, and Engineering teams
Follow all GMP, food safety, and sanitation requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 5-10 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Food safety standards (FDA, FSMA)
Allergen control procedures
Cleaning and sanitation chemicals, tools, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Food production equipment (mixers, kettles, tanks, blenders, etc.)
Dry mix and liquid production areas
Common areas such as restrooms, breakrooms, and kitchens
Ability to follow Master Sanitation Schedules and complete sanitation logs accurately
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Ability to train and lead a small sanitation team
Good communication skills; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
Lift up to 50 lbs
Computer skills
Stand, bend, and climb for long periods
Work in wet, humid, or temperature-controlled environments
Willingness to wear required PPE at all times (gloves, goggles, boots, etc.)

Technical degree or certification in:

Mechanics
Electricity
Electromechanics
Industrial Maintenance
Related technical field (preferred)

Experience

Minimum 3–4 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or industrial environment
Experience working independently on night shift preferred

Required Knowledge & Skills

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities
Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Knowledge of industrial safety practices including LOTO, confined spaces, and proper PPE usage
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Flexibility to respond to urgent repairs and production support needs

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a GMP-regulated or food manufacturing environment
Welding, millwright, or multi-craft maintenance experience
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), or 5S principles
Basic PLC troubleshooting experience (preferred but not required)

Industry Certifications (Preferred)

CMRT – Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician from Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals — Focuses on preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability best practices commonly used in manufacturing environments.
CMRP – Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional — Advanced certification often held by senior technicians or maintenance leaders.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Certification from National Center for Construction Education and Research or similar credentials such as those from National Institute for Metalworking Skills — Demonstrates hands-on competency in mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and industrial maintenance. Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

Laurel, MD 20723 (Required)

PastryStar is proud to provide a clean, safe, and quality-driven environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and value teamwork, food safety, and operational excellence.

PLEASE NOTE: WE E-VERIFY.
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be confirmed through the E-Verify system.

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