Precision Food Equipment Setup Technician

ADP; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP is seeking an Equipment Setup Technician for the 1st shift in Owasso, OK. You will perform equipment set-ups and changeovers to ensure production lines are properly configured, safe, and ready to operate.

Hours are Monday–Friday 6:30am–2:30pm with Saturdays as needed. You must have 1–3 years of setup experience in food processing, strong mechanical aptitude, and knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 1–3 years experience in equipment set‑up experience in food or meat processing; set‑up/changeover experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude: basic electrical knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with conveyors, packaging equipment, PLC interfaces and automated machinery is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a cold or humid environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment set‑ups and changeovers according to production schedules and product specifications.
• Adjust, align, and configure processing and packaging equipment for different products and weights.
• Verify equipment readiness prior to start‑up; support first‑run checks with Production and QA.
• Troubleshoot and resolve set‑up‑related mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all set‑ups comply with GMPs, HACCP, food safety, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Document set‑up parameters, issues, and corrective actions.
• Assist with tear‑down and re‑assembly during sanitation.
• Communicate effectively with Production, Maintenance, and QA regarding line readiness.
• Support continuous improvement and standard work for set‑ups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Food safety knowledge

Willingness to work flexible hours

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Conveyors

Packaging equipment

PLC interfaces

Automated machinery

Job description

ADP is seeking an Equipment Setup Technician for the 1st shift in Owasso, OK. You will perform equipment set-ups and changeovers to ensure production lines are properly configured, safe, and ready to operate.

Hours are Monday–Friday 6:30am–2:30pm with Saturdays as needed. You must have 1–3 years of setup experience in food processing, strong mechanical aptitude, and knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and lockout/tagout procedures.