Production Maintenance Technician

Description Who We Are & About This Role Since 1946, Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill has been a cornerstone of Michigan agriculture and agritourism — an 80-year family operation with deep roots in Armada and a genuine growth ambition. We make world-class hard and sweet cider, operate tasting rooms and retail across four locations, and welcome thousands of guests to our farms each year. The Production Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in keeping our production operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This position is responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment reliability across our production facility — including brewing, packaging, refrigeration, utilities, and facility systems. If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working with industrial equipment, and being the person who keeps production moving — we want to hear from you. Your Role With Blake’s Day-to-Day Responsibilities Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production-related equipment to high operational standards Perform preventative maintenance on brewhouse systems, cellar equipment, tank farm, canning and packaging lines, cartoners, keg washers, compressors, pumps, wastewater systems, refrigeration systems, and supporting facility infrastructure Develop and continuously improve preventative maintenance programs and schedules Respond quickly to equipment issues and unplanned downtime to minimize production interruptions Maintain accurate repair, maintenance, and work order documentation within the UpKeep maintenance management system Maintain and organize critical spare parts inventory Work closely with Production and Line Operators to identify equipment concerns before failures occur Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and blueprints Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives , including root cause analysis and corrective actions Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspaces while following all safety procedures and PPE requirements Provide off-shift support when necessary to ensure operational continuity and equipment reliability Requirements Performance Expectations – What Success Looks Like Preventative maintenance tasks are completed on schedule Production equipment operates reliably with minimal unplanned downtime Repairs and maintenance activities are properly documented and tracked Spare parts inventory is organized and readily available Communication with Production teams is proactive and consistent Safety procedures are followed at all times Problems are identified and addressed before they impact production Working Conditions Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled production environment with occasional outdoor exposure Noise levels can range from moderate to loud; hearing protection may be required Exposure to moving mechanical parts, temperature extremes, chemicals, and production equipment is expected Position requires standing, walking, climbing, crouching, lifting, and physical movement throughout the shift Schedule includes weekend, evening, and occasional overnight work as part of normal production operations Flexibility and off-shift availability are required to support production uptime and equipment reliability Why Blake's? Join one of Michigan’s most iconic and growing cider brands Be part of a fast-paced production environment where your work directly impacts operations Opportunity for growth, ownership, and continuous improvement Work with a wide variety of industrial production equipment and systems Employee perks, discounts, and seasonal experiences #J-18808-Ljbffr