Changeover Technician

Essential Functions And Major Responsibilities

• Carries out line sanitation in accordance with established quality and safety procedures and policies.
• Attends pre-clean meetings with changeover specialist and line lead.
• Performs disassembly and limited reassembly of equipment and components.
• Communicates status of assignment with changeover specialist.
• Reports to and takes direction from the changeover specialist.
• Completes all applicable documentation (set-up forms & swab forms) during cleans.
• Assumes responsibility of changeover specialist in their absence with authority from maintenance supervisor.
• Focuses on changeovers assigned to them by the changeover specialist.
• Supports line lead in ordering materials to be brought to the line.
• Supports changeover specialist with responsibility for cleaning kits used during changeovers.
• Maintains flexibility to perform other tasks (may require working as Line Worker, Hopper Filler or other position during slower production periods or under other circumstances).
• Performs all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Education And Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A working knowledge of good manufacturing practices, production equipment, policies and procedures, safety, and quality control standards preferred.
• Food industry experience preferred.
• Manufacturing and/or Maintenance experience required.

Skills Requirements

• Basic mechanical ability.
• Leadership potential is desired.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work with teams is a must.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Ability to be flexible/manage change and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrated integrity and dedication, have a positive work attitude and strong work ethic.
• Proficient computer skills helpful.

Physical Requirements

• In a 12 hour workday the job holder should be able to:
• Continuously stand and walk.
• Occasionally bend/stoop, squat, twist, push/pull, kneel and crouch.
• Occasionally reach above shoulder level.
• Occasionally climb to a height of approximately ten (10) feet.
• Occasionally carry/lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Occasionally use his/her legs, arms, and shoulders to push/pull items.
• Occasionally use his/her head and neck in flexing and rotating.
• Continuously be around moving machinery.
• Occasionally operate a forklift and/or powered pallet jack.
• Continuously be in factory and/or warehouse working conditions.
• Frequently be in dusty conditions and be exposed to cleaning solvents, lubricants.

Starting Pay

Starting Pay: $20.30/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

Employer Information

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.