Operator Packaging Machine

Lamb Weston • Pasco, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lamb Weston is a leading manufacturer in the food industry, inspiring people with foods they love and trust. They serve international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries. As an innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, they empower individuals to make a difference, offering hands-on training, opportunities for new solutions, and a team of over 10,000 dedicated people. They are looking for individuals with a strong drive for results and a desire to contribute to their mission.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; or up to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic mathematical skills (Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals).
• Ability to retrieve data from a computer HMI (Human Machine Interface).
• Ability to multitask; operate two fillers simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate clearly in English commensurate with the requirements of this position.
• Ability to stand for extended time periods.
• Ability to occasionally climb on ladders or other elevated structures.
• Ability to perform frequent above the shoulder work, bending, kneeling, twisting and reaching.
• Ability to occasionally push and pull filled supersacks using approximately 50 pounds of force.
• Ability to occasionally tandem lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally perform job duties in dusty conditions, with possible exposure to airborne particles that may cause minor skin and eye irritation.
• Ability to work safely in close proximity to moving mechanical parts and forklifts.
• Ability to occasionally work in high precarious places.
• Personal hygiene must meet company and government sanitation requirements.
• Must abide by safety rules as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, especially food production, is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Package finished product to specification under the direction of the production lead, Team Leader, or Packaging Technician.
• Hook up, fill, and label supersacks in a centered position on each pallet so they correctly pass through a sizing curtain before being stored.
• Coordinate with other Packers and Packaging Technicians to ensure the efficient performance of the packaging process.
• Perform sanitation duties as required to maintain a clean and safe work area and environment at all times.
• Comply with all safety regulations and follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Report all accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to the Team Leader.
• Maintain any logs as required.
• Safely use heavy material handling equipment such as fillers or electric pallet jacks.
• Load slip sheets into packaging equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED