ABOUT BAY STATE MILLING
Bay State Milling is a family-owned company with a strategic intent to support the growth of the next generation of grain-based foods in North America by providing the leading array of plant-based ingredients. Since 1899, we have proudly provided exceptional quality flour and grain products, and we continue to build on our legacy as we bring new supply chains and technologies into our realm of capabilities. Our Core purpose is to provide food ingredients to promote the growth of healthful and affordable food choices for the consumer.
We recognize that the universe of grain-based foods is constantly changing and responding to consumers’ desire for variety, healthfulness, great taste and affordability in their food choices. We are not afraid of change; in fact, we believe that change cultivates opportunity. Our goal is to stay a step ahead of our customer’s needs, while always maintaining the trust they have placed in us for generations. We are committed to maintaining our Core Values of INTEGRITY, CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION, CARING and QUALITY in pursuit of achieving this goal.
SUMMARY
The Supply Chain Finance Specialist is a key member of the Finance team, supporting financial reporting, analysis, and accounting activities across supply chain operations. This role partners closely with supply chain, operations, and finance leadership to ensure accurate financial data, strong controls, and meaningful insights that support decision‑making.
The position blends core accounting responsibilities with analytical and reporting work, offering exposure to cost, inventory, and operational finance while supporting ongoing process improvement and system evolution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Financial & Accounting Support:
Support month‑end close activities related to supply chain operations, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.Perform inventory and cost‑related reconciliations to ensure accuracy and alignment with financial records.Assist with grain, ingredient, or supply chain settlement processes, including variance investigation and resolution.Maintain supporting documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.Financial Analyst & Reporting:
Prepare and analyze cost, inventory, freight, and operational reports to support supply chain and finance leadership.Partner with operations and supply chain teams to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.Support margin, variance, and ad‑hoc analysis related to supply chain activities.Contribute to forecasting and planning activities as needed.Process Improvement & Cross‑Functional Partnership:
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve data quality, and reduce manual effort.Support documentation and standardization of supply chain finance processes.Collaborate cross‑functionally with supply chain, operations, and systems teams, particularly as tools and processes continue to evolve.Assist with system testing, data validation, and transition activities related to future system enhancements.QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field3–6 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or operational financeStrong understanding of accounting fundamentals (journal entries, reconciliations, debits/credits)Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with large data setsAbility to work cross‑functionally and communicate financial information clearlyPreferred:Experience supporting supply chain, manufacturing, inventory, or cost accounting environmentsExposure to ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics, SAP, or similar)Interest in process improvement and operational finance partnerships collaboration.Core Competencies:A blend of accounting rigor and analytical problem‑solvingDirect partnership with supply chain and operations teamsOpportunities to grow responsibility as systems and processes evolveA collaborative environment focused on accuracy, learning, and continuous improvement
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must be capable of following and communicating both written and verbal instructions in English. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write in English and complete reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
SAFETY
While performing the essential job functions, the employee is expected to work in a safe manner and follow company policies regarding safety. It is the expectation and responsibility of the employee to report all injuries immediately to the supervisor, and to report to supervision any safety situation that the employee feels is substandard and poses a risk for employee injury, property damage, or loss.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is essentially an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
TEAMWORK
Ensures that appropriate individuals are informed about matters impacting their areas of responsibility; leads others well; shares knowledge and experience with others; demonstrates respect and consideration for others' opinions; contributes to the overall task of the team.
Demonstrates integrity; works effectively in teams; facilities inter-departmental cooperation; cooperates with supervision and peers to accomplish work assignments; helps create and maintain effective working relationships.
FOOD SAFETY / SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products. To ensure this, all employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities. It is also vital that all employees be aware of the work environment and when possible, prevent accidental or intentional adulteration of products produced at this facility. As a result, any employee has a right to put product on hold if they have a concern. At the plant level, only the Quality Assurance Manager and General Manager have the authority to release products on hold.
Read LessFLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation Range: $30 - $34/Hour
Benefits Offered: Eligibility after 90 days of employment for medical (choice of 2 plans: a high-deductible and a low-deductible plan), HSA, FSA, dental, vision, group life, accident, critical illness, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), and floating holidays. Eligibility upon employment for paid vacation. sick time, and core holidays.
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Date Application Window Closes: 5/08/2026
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Coordinates all maintenance activities with Company policies, principles, and procedures.
• Confers with other department heads and manufacturing representatives.
• Confers with suppliers of maintenance materials and equipment.
• Develops plans for efficient use of materials and employees.
• Assists in developing reports to monitor key operating performance to include safety, quality, cost, productivity, yield, and variances.
• Reviews maintenance costs of all equipment and is responsible for developing control programs to maintain and enhance the profitability of the operation.
• Reviews and recommends budgets to Plant Management.
• Assists in developing and overseeing implementation of capital projects for the plant. Assists with the development, implementation, and project cost tracking for major capital projects.
• Is a Lead member of the plant safety committee, conducting regular safety training for all site employees.
• Assists the Plant Manager in preparing for all internal and external audits
• Performs all preventative maintenance activities for the plant and keeps accurate records.
• Responds to all plant equipment emergencies and plant down time.
• Orders all spare parts, materials needed for maintenance and keeps and accurate inventory of critical spare parts
• Participates on all plant management teams as a key staff member.
• Supervises the Feed operation and its operator located in the shop.
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machines.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting with interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Degree in industrial maintenance, engineering technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and hands-on maintenance experience in manufacturing setting will be considered.
• At least 2 years of maintenance leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, with the ability to use these tools for daily communication, documentation, and basic reporting.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Capable of following and communicating written and verbal instructions in English. Ability
to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to make professional presentations to senior management in a meeting environment.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables at any given time. Must be able to read and understand electrical blueprints and schematics. Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and make decisions based on experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to figure, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, or balance, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is in a plant manufacturing facility. However, frequent contact with operational aspects of the plant site is essential. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is required in certain areas of the plant.
FOOD SAFETY / SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products. To ensure this, all employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities.
SAFETY
While performing the essential job functions, the employee is expected to work in a safe manner and follow company policies regarding safety. It is the expectation and responsibility of the employee to report any and all injuries immediately to the supervisor, and to report to supervision any safety situation that the employee feels is substandard and poses a risk for employee injury, property damage, or loss.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Key Responsibilities
1. Technical Operations & Systems Management
o Oversee and optimize milling and production systems and equipment to maximize efficiency and reliability.
o Act as the owner of local IT, operations technology (OT), and PLC systems, maximizing productivity of plant operations.
o Maintain and update engineering prints, drawings, and documentation for all plant systems and equipment.
o Lead root cause investigations for safety, compliance, or breakdown related incidents, implementing corrective actions as needed.
2. Maintenance Team Leadership
o Lead and manage the plant maintenance team, including planners, purchasing staff, electricians, mechanics.
o Establish clear goals, roles, and responsibilities for team members to drive efficiency and accountability.
3. Plant Maintenance Leadership
o Manage the plant maintenance function, including the implementation and oversight of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
o Lead the development and execution of Asset Care programs, ensuring reliability-centered maintenance initiatives to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
o Oversee the spare parts and supplies purchasing/replenishment functions, including stockroom management.
4. Facility, Utilities, and Safety Systems Oversight
o Ensure the proper functioning, maintenance, and reliability of plant utilities, including power distribution, compressed air systems, and other critical infrastructure.
o Oversee safety systems, including fire alarm and suppression systems, to ensure regulatory compliance and effective risk management.
5. Facility Compliance & Safety Management
o Ensure compliance with all facility regulatory requirements, including air emissions, stormwater management, and crane & hoist inspections.
o Act as the local owner of the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program, ensuring compliance, training, and proper implementation of safety protocols.
o Conduct routine audits, inspections, and documentation to maintain compliance with company policies and external regulations.
6. Capital Projects & Improvements
o Plan, manage, and execute capital projects, including equipment upgrades, facility expansions, and new technology integration.
o Develop project plans, budgets, and schedules, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
7. Stockroom & Spare Parts Management
o Manage the plant’s stockroom, optimizing inventory of critical spare parts and supplies.
o Lead purchasing and replenishment functions to maintain operational readiness and reduce downtime risk.
o Implement best practices for inventory tracking and cost optimization.
8. Collaboration & Leadership
o Serve as the technical advisor to plant leadership, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement.
o Mentor and train maintenance and operations teams, fostering a culture of technical expertise and continuous improvement.
o Collaborate with quality assurance, production, and warehouse/logistics teams to meet operational and business targets.
NATURE AND SCOPE
1. Interacts with all plant personnel.
2. Position requires a strong technical background in electrical, mechanical, and operations.
3. Provides strong leadership for all personnel within the plant
4. Carries out manager’s responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
5. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field). Master’s degree a plus.
• Reliability certification (e.g., Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional - CMRP) is strongly preferred.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing or plant engineering & maintenance role with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading a maintenance team, including planners, electricians, mechanics, and supervisors.
• Proven experience implementing and managing CMMS/Asset Care programs (required).
• Experience with PLC systems (required), including programming, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Strong knowledge of facilities and utility systems, including power distribution, compressed air plants, and fire safety systems.
• Expertise in maintenance management, reliability-centered maintenance, and inventory control.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, automation, and plant equipment.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving, troubleshooting, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have the ability to speak fluent English as primary language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret memo, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Must have the ability to write in English and complete reports.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define and solve problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruction in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables at any given time.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
On-going training to enhance performance in position as required.
SAFETY
1. While performing the essential job functions, the employee is expected to work in a safe manner and follow company policies regarding safety.
2. It is the expectation and responsibility of the employee to report any and all injuries immediately to the manager, and to report to supervision any safety situation that the employee feels is substandard and poses a risk for employee injury, property damage, or loss.
TEAMWORK
Ensures that appropriate individuals are informed about matters impacting their areas of responsibility; works well with others; shares knowledge and experience with others; demonstrates respect and consideration for others' opinions; contributes to the overall task of the team. Demonstrates integrity; works effectively in teams; facilitates inter-departmental cooperation; cooperates with supervision and peers to accomplish work assignments; helps create and maintain effective working relationships.
DEPENDABILITY
Follows through on tasks; requires minimum supervision and follows instructions and procedures. Arrives at work on time; follows Company policies on vacations, leaves, etc. Observes Company rules; completes tasks within deadlines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
2. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. The work environment is essentially in a plant manufacturing facility, containing various amounts of dust in the atmosphere, related to the cleaning and milling of wheat.
2. Frequent contact with operational aspects of the plant site, plant-operating personnel, and lab and office employees is essential.
3. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and outdoor temperature, which will reach in excess of 100 degrees F.
4. The noise level in the work environment will be in excess of 100 dB. Hearing protection is required in certain areas of the plant.
FOOD SAFETY / SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products. To ensure this, all employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the Good Manufacturing Policies set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities. It is also vital that all employees be aware of the work environment and when possible, prevent accidental or intentional adulteration of products produced at this facility. As a result any employee has a right to put product on hold if they have a concern. At the plant level, only the Quality Assurance Manager and General Manager have the authority to release product on hold.
