Operator Tote Dump L5 A Nights

Lamb Weston•Richland, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position coordinates bulk blending activities with the Warehouse and Production departments, verifies that the correct bulk product is matched with the proper label, and maintains sanitation in the work area. The role works with other operators, warehouse personnel, packaging leads, and supervisors to support safe, efficient tote dumping and product preparation at Lamb Weston’s Richland, Washington facility. The position is full-time and designated for nights.

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 the requirements to become forklift certified.
Read, understand, and follow plant rules and safety practices in the employee handbook.
Use proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
Know the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with assigned tasks.
Follow company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations.
Work independently and as a team player.
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English and understand and follow directions in English.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow plant safety policies and procedures; participate in safety programs and activities, perform risk assessments, and take responsibility for personal and team safety.
Regularly use scan guns.
Coordinate shift hand-offs and communicate with the incoming tote dump operator, supervisor, and/or lead about labels, bulk-to-label matching, quality concerns, add-back rates, and the cut schedule.
Build and catch totes, confirming that the correct bulk items are used.
Request that warehouse personnel pull the proper bulk for dumping and assist them with this task when needed.
Communicate with the Packaging Lead to adjust the add-back rate for optimum efficiency.
Blend according to Team Leader expectations and report deviations.
Inspect and monitor bulk during preparation for dumping, and immediately report foreign-material concerns to a supervisor and/or Quality Assurance before dumping totes.
Follow plant procedures for dumping totes.
Break down empty totes and store them neatly according to applicable procedures.
Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary work area; provide sanitation duties during downtime and follow housekeeping practices and GMPs.
Assist with product recase/rework and provide breaks for other personnel as directed by the supervisor.
Turn in tote tickets to the Palletizer Operator.
Wear required PPE and actively participate in AMD activities; maintain 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, 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