Lab Technician - SFE - Nights

Lamb Weston•Twin Falls, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Technician collects and tests samples and evaluates product quality attributes to ensure potato products meet customer specifications and plant procedures. The role includes grading product, accurately entering and filing quality assurance data, identifying quality trends, and communicating deviations to operators and floor supervisors. The technician also audits production and packaging processes, trains backup staff and new team members, and maintains a clean work area and good personal hygiene. This is a Staffing for Excellence (SFE) position on the night shift. The employee may be assigned to other areas of need, such as General Laborer or Sanitation Worker, and may take on designated duties when the QA Lab is fully staffed. The position may be on C or D shift, with hours from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing, and understand and follow written and oral instructions in English; requirements may vary by location.
Meet facility qualification requirements within established time frames.
Perform basic math functions.
Have basic computer-operation and data-entry skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Obtain required Sanitation certification; training is provided if not already qualified, and certification requirements must be met.
Lift up to 50 pounds and frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn.
Perform repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements; work with hands and arms overhead and in or under equipment.
Have manual dexterity, coordination, and balance to work at ground level and at heights.
Operate work-related equipment.
Meet the job's vision requirements, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision and ability to adjust focus.
Climb stairs or ladders regularly and potentially sample food while evaluating products.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Collect, deliver, and test samples in accordance with plant procedures.
Grade product according to customer specifications and plant procedures.
Collect, review, and accurately file Quality Assurance data.
Identify trends in quality attributes and communicate them to operators and floor supervisors.
Audit production and packaging processes.
Train backup staff and new team members.
Maintain a neat and clean work area and exhibit good personal hygiene.
Perform other related work as required.
Perform duties assigned to designated roles when the QA Lab is fully staffed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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.
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.