Aspire Bakeries · 4 days ago
Project Manager, Engineering Services 1
Ontario, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expAspire Bakeries is a leading company in the food manufacturing industry, known for its delicious baked goods. We are seeking a Manager of Engineering Services – Project Manager to oversee engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget while enhancing operational efficiency and supporting new product development.
Food Production
Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of project management from Basis of Design (BOD) through commissioning and handover, ensuring project objectives are met safely, on time, and within budget
Manage scheduling, budgeting, project coordination, and status reporting
Oversee vendor and equipment evaluation, negotiation, selection, and procurement
Prepare and submit Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs), including presentation development for funding approvals
Develop and review scope documents, specifications, and drawings
Supervise contractors and ensure successful commissioning and transition to Operations
Facilitate project reviews, stakeholder meetings, and report project progress and budget status
Promote systematic project management tools and continuous improvement practices
Support bakery operations and maintenance teams with small-scope project completion across multiple regions
Participate in multiyear capital planning, including forecasting and reporting on commitments and spend
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Business Units, and Corporate teams to align on best practices, vendor performance, and continuous improvement
Serve as a Maintenance SME, developing engineering solutions to persistent failures or operational inefficiencies
Assist in managing equipment supplier issues impacting safety, quality, regulatory compliance, or productivity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any discipline)
7–10 years of experience in reliability engineering and/or project management within food engineering
Knowledge of asset care, maintenance management, and capital project execution from feasibility through start-up
Understanding of safety, food safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing
Experience applying engineering knowledge to support new food development and commercialization
Strong planning, coordination, and project leadership skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD experience preferred
Preferred
Experience in bakery, food manufacturing, or CPG environments
Background supporting multi-site engineering projects
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
Resourceful, solutions-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life insurance; voluntary benefit options.
Paid parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Competitive 401(k) with immediate, fully vested company match; short- and long-term disability coverage.
Tuition reimbursement, learning opportunities, and career pathways.
HSA and FSA plan options to support everyday needs.
Performance-based incentive programs (STIP, SIP, BIP) aligned to your role and impact.
Company
Aspire Bakeries
Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.71MKey Investors
California Energy Commission
2024-09-12Grant· $0.71M
Leadership Team
Tracy Edwards
CFO
Hector Morales
SVP, Strategic Partner Development
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