Co- Product Production Lead Trainee - D Shift

Lamb Weston•Hermiston, OR

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Line 2/3 Production Lead role provides leadership, direction, and mentorship to Line 2/3 team members and is responsible for processing operations on those lines, including Line 3 even flows to the freeze tunnel areas. The role uses Lamb Weston’s VeLOcity systems and standards to contribute to plant Compelling Business Need (CBN) goals, and offers opportunities to troubleshoot operational risks and develop as a future leader. The position is based in Hermiston, Oregon, and is listed as full time on the D shift. The Production Lead helps ensure food safety, product quality, compliance with USDA and FDA regulations, and adherence to company policies and plant safety practices. The role works closely with Quality Assurance, Sanitation, Warehouse, Maintenance, and other Production Leads. It involves managing operations according to Run to Target principles, validating operator checks, attending daily direction-setting meetings, supporting root-cause problem solving, and participating in equipment maintenance activities.

Requirements

Ability to communicate, comprehend, and follow instructions in English, both written and oral.
Demonstrated consistent positive leadership with team members.
Strong work ethic and ability to lead by example.
Critical-thinking and troubleshooting skills to solve problems.
Ability to build a self-sustaining team through positive leadership and cohesive teamwork.
Basic PC proficiency, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
Ability to practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing or a related field.

Responsibilities

Ensure product is produced in a food-safe manner and is free of foreign material; promptly communicate findings to Team Leaders and help determine the source of contamination.
Control operations to ensure compliance with USDA and FDA food laws and company policies.
Work collaboratively with Quality Assurance, Sanitation, Warehouse, Maintenance, and other Production Leads.
Use knowledge of equipment functions and operating characteristics to support proper product quality and grade.
Apply VeLOcity systems and standards, including CILs, CLs, and Defect Handling.
Manage Line 2/3 operations according to Run to Target principles, with attention to safety, quality loss, and asset utilization.
Attend SDS and Line 2/3 DDS meetings, focusing on eliminating losses and identifying root causes.
Validate that operator checks are completed and filed in the computer according to procedure.
Share knowledge of VeLOcity systems and standards with the team and reinforce their importance.
Follow plant safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices; participate in safety programs and activities, perform risk assessments, and demonstrate ownership of personal and team safety.
Participate in scheduled AMD activities to help ensure equipment is in base condition for optimal line performance.
Perform other duties assigned by a Team Leader.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care, Health Reimbursement Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts.
Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program.
Paid Time Off.
401(k) plan with company contributions.
Financial planning services.
Employee stock purchase program.
Life and accident insurance.
Family-friendly employee events.
Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services.
Compensation and bonus incentive programs.