Technician Production - Dayshift

Technician Production - Dayshift

Location: Hermiston, OR
Job Responsibilities:
Actively participates in Lamb Weston Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice programs.
Conducts packaging quality checks per procedure and by request of the Packaging Lead, Team Leader Production, Team Leader Quality, Team Leader Area Production, and Line Structure Team.
Performs all Daily Management System standards per schedule to include CILs, FSILs, CLs, and Defect Handling.
Operates cohesively with additional Line 1 Packaging Technician team members in management of the Line 1 packaging area; including but not limited to all job functions from the L1 transfer room, frozen and Bio-Print sorters, L1 Ishidas, Lambpaks through the case sealers, and the interstitial room through the Palletizer.
Engages in scheduled AMD activities.
Forklift driving, with dry supply and wooden pallets to the line.
Performs quality checks including not limit to metal detector checks, backseal checks, bag codes, and bag seals.
Daily sanitation includes basic housekeeping of packaging room area.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Certifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Skills and Experience:
Must be able to communicate, comprehend, and follow instructions in English (both written and oral).
1-2 years of experience in Food Manufacturing, or related field, preferred.
Functions well in team environment.
Demonstrates capable troubleshooting skills.
Capable of thinking critically.
Basic understanding/ Proficiency in PC skills; Windows, Word, and Excel.
Trained and qualified in L1 Bio-Print, L1 Frozen Sorters, L1 packaging operations, and palletizer positions.
Sanitation qualification is required. Training will be provided for additional qualifications.
Team member must be Lock-out/Tag-out qualified. If qualification is needed training will be provided.
Read, understand, and adhere to all plant rules and safety policies as specified in the Lamb Weston Employee Handbook.
Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
Physical Environment/Demands:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature.
Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures.
Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
Ability to operate work related equipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
Industry-Competitive Benefits
Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Pay Transparency
In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.
Pay Rate or Range: $26,59
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law