Warehouse Technician - A Shift

Lamb Weston•Hermiston, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Technician transports, captures, and records finished and bulk products, materials, oil, and ingredients; monitors product quality and waste streams; and identifies and addresses issues affecting safety, quality, and production costs. Working with the Warehouse Lead, Team Leaders, and Line Structure Teams, the technician supports safe and efficient warehouse operations and moves between ATL, Manifest, Loadout/Oil/Receiving, and Forklift Operations to meet plant needs. The position is based in Hermiston, Oregon, and is listed as full-time on A Shift. The technician maintains accurate product handling and documentation, supports packaging operations, and helps keep the freezer organized and inventory accurate. The role requires following plant safety rules and good manufacturing practices, operating warehouse equipment, communicating effectively, and meeting the physical demands of a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn.
Ability to use touchscreen computer panels, a palletizer, stretch-wrap machines, and a scan gun, and to train on manifest printers, palletizer-area conveyors, roll-up doors, computers, Microsoft Office programs, and other assigned equipment.
Training and qualification in ATL, Manifest, Loadout, Oil Receiving, and Forklift Operations.
Lock-out/Tag-out qualification; training will be provided if needed.
Basic computer operation and data-entry skills, including entering information when changing products, and ability to type on a computer.
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English, understand instructions, follow directions, and use a two-way radio.
Ability to read, understand, and follow plant rules and safety policies in the Lamb Weston Employee Handbook.
Ability to practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of warehousing experience, preferably in food manufacturing or a related field.

Responsibilities

Follow plant safety policies and procedures; participate in safety programs and activities, attend Shift Daily Direction Setting Meetings, perform risk assessments, and promote personal and team safety.
Complete daily forklift safety and maintenance checks, recording and reporting malfunctions.
Work with other Warehouse Technicians to perform ATL, Manifest, Loadout, Oil, Receiving, and Forklift Operations.
Ensure packaging areas have adequate materials and remove and replace waste bins.
Monitor finished-product quality, report issues, and ensure products are ticketed according to company standards and applicable laws.
Store, restack, sort, and organize products in the freezer to maintain an orderly appearance, accurate inventory, designated bin heights, and correct locations.
Supply products for blending, repacking, and shipment to cold storage as needed.
Follow First In First Out (FIFO) procedures, housekeeping practices, and good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
Unload oil by truck or rail and complete and maintain required documentation.
Perform manifest startup and shutdown duties after each shift and ensure shift product documentation is accurate.
Complete forms accurately, legibly, and on time; identify cases, labels, cuts, colors, catalog numbers, day codes, and acceptable case conditions.
Perform other tasks as directed by the Warehouse Lead or Team Leaders.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs, 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
Bonus incentive programs