
Changeover Technician - 3rd Shift
Lakeville, MNFull-time$20.95/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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Job overview
The Changeover Technician executes and documents equipment cleans and changeovers on assigned production lines and shifts. The role includes line sanitation, equipment disassembly and limited reassembly, completing clean documentation, and coordinating assignment status with the changeover specialist. The technician also supports materials and cleaning-kit readiness, follows quality and safety procedures, and may perform other production tasks during slower periods.
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Job Summary:
The incumbent for the Changeover Technician position is responsible for executing and documenting the results of cleans and changeovers of the equipment on his/her shift and on his/her assigned production lines.
AUTHORITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
The Changeover Technician has the accountability for modeling and contributing to a safe work environment, contributing to process improvements such as identification and communication of opportunity areas, meeting changeover goals and execution of planned improvements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Changeover Technician consist of but are not limited to:
Responsible for carrying 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 change over specialist. Reports to and takes direction from the changeover specialist. Completes all applicable documentation (set-up forms & swab forms) during cleans. Assumes responsibility of change over specialist in his/her 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
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. The candidate must possess strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize and multitask. The candidate must have ability to be flexible/manage change and work well under pressure. Candidate must demonstrate integrity and dedication have a positive work attitude and strong work ethic. Proficient computer skills helpful
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
In terms of an 8 or 12 hour workday, "Occasionally" equals 1% to 33%; "Frequently" equals 34% to 66%, and "Continuously" equals 67% to 100% of the time. 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: $20.95/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.
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.
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Minimum Education Required
Not Specified
Minimum Experience Required
Not Specified
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Compensation
$20.95 - $20.95 / Hourly
Postal Code
55044
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
96796
Job Benefits
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How this job compares
Set against the 605 open Production Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$20.95/hr
- US median$22–25/hr360 hourly ranges
This rate, $20.95/hr, is 14% below the US median midpoint ($24/hr) — in the middle half of Production Technician hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 605 open Production Technician jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- Production Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (257 postings).
- Education
- 7 of the 605 open Production Technician jobs (1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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