Digger/Tractor Operator V

Lamb Weston

2d

About The Position

The Digger/Tractor Operator operates various equipment related to the planting, growing, and harvesting of product (i.e. tractor, harvester, tillage, planting equipment, lift, etc).

Requirements

• Valid Drivers’ License and driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards
• Basic verbal and communication skills needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to an outdoor environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature
• Exposure to outdoor farming environment for up to 14 hours per work day to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies
• Ability to sit and turn back for long periods of time as well as do other 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.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.
• 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.
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders to enter equipment on a regular basis

Nice To Haves

• 5 years’ experience safely operating harvester, tractor, etc. is highly preferred.
• Experience successfully using a GPS equipment navigating system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates machinery for all phases of potato farming operations, safely and efficiently to maintain daily production goals.
• Performs daily pre-shift inspections, records any defects or issues, and works with field mechanic to resolve.
• Accurately filling out company worksheets.
• Performs general maintenance, repairs, and services machinery as directed by supervisor.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provides leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge and skills.
• Actively participate and comply with Company safety policies, practices, and procedures.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees