Fryer Operator - Nights B

Lamb Weston•Richland, WA

About The Position

The Fryer Operator monitors and controls fluid levels, temperatures, equipment, and product flows through the blancher, dryer, and fryer processes. The operator performs product and oil-quality checks, adjusts process controls to meet specifications, manages oil and filtration systems, cleans and maintains equipment, completes required records, and communicates operational issues. The role also requires following plant safety, sanitation, housekeeping, and good manufacturing practices, including use of required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Sanitation qualification is required; training will be provided if not already qualified.
Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required; training will be provided if not already qualified.
Forklift certification is required, or the employee must meet requirements to become certified.
Read, understand, and follow plant rules and safety instructions.
Use proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
Understand hazards and safety procedures associated with assigned tasks.
Follow company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing, and understand and follow instructions in English.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow plant safety policies and procedures and participate in safety programs, activities, and risk assessments.
Understand the equipment, piping layout, and controls in the assigned area.
Monitor and oversee operation and controls of the blancher, dryer, and fryer.
Monitor and control equipment temperature and processing time to meet product specifications.
Perform tests to check oil quality, upstream color, and SAPP and salt concentrations; perform regular fry-ups to monitor product color and quality.
Monitor dextrose, SAPP, and salt added to flume water to achieve target finished-product color and salt content.
Monitor oil levels in fryers and makeup tanks; transfer oil between tanks or to the fryer as needed.
Ensure fryer circulation valves are correctly adjusted and control oil flow to the Lakos system and fryer filtration system.
Maintain the Oberland filtration system and remove crumb and oily waste using a forklift; change paper filters as needed.
Check oil recovery equipment to support effective oil recovery.
Clean the fryer, dryer, blancher, and other equipment according to SSOPs; maintain cleanliness around the fryer, de-oiler, and precool area; perform fryer boilouts as required.
Monitor equipment and change process settings in APQC as required; use TESTO equipment to measure and record total polar compounds of fryer oil.
Communicate line problems and breaks to appropriate personnel; start and stop equipment as required.
Complete required paperwork and perform assigned duties during cut changes and defrosts.
Change fryer oil as instructed and use assigned tools and equipment.
Relieve other operators as assigned and use a two-way radio when required.
Use a computer touchscreen to monitor and control equipment, including automated valves.
Follow good housekeeping practices and GMPs, wear required PPE, and participate in AMD activities while maintaining Centerlines and CILs.
Perform other duties as assigned by a Team Leader.

Benefits

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