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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 Success in this role means: • 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