Pasteurizer Technician

Blake's Orchard Full-Time•Armada, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 host thousands of guests a year. The Pasteurizer Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of sweet cider pasteurization equipment, as well as the operation, maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation of batch tanks used to produce cider, lemonades, and teas. If you love the hum of a production floor, want to be the lynchpin that keeps our sweet cider flowing and enjoy the buzz of owning a critical part of the line — we want to hear from you.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Technical aptitude
Ability to effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic understanding of the principles of Production.
Basic computer skills and use of Microsoft Office Suite or Microsoft 365
Must have ability to work flexible work hours in support of production

Nice To Haves

Have a can do attitude with ability to react quickly as issues arise or new directives are given

Responsibilities

Set up and monitor the pasteurizer system
When production orders require it, add in and blend required amounts of flavorings
Prepare blending and holding tanks for production
Monitor system performance of the pasteurizer and respond to out of process conditions
Conduct and perform basic maintenance on the pasteurizer system
Logging of all required hourly production data
Logging of all hourly quality data as needed
Follow all required safety and quality practices and procedures
Adherence to projected production run times
Provide input during decision making process
Conduct sanitation efforts on a daily and weekly basis with proper recordkeeping of pasteurizer and tanks
Help to maintain 5S practices in your area
Follow all relevant SOPs for your department
Fill out visual board daily on required frequency with required information
Enter liquid production information into Netsuite
Communicate to the production team leader and plant manager issues and concerns
Complete other tasks as assigned