Processing Technician

Title:

Processing Technician

Location:

Hermiston, ORJob

Requisition
-271528

Time Type:
Full time

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference.

You'll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you'll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together. If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Started in 1950 on a small farm in the Northwest region of the U.S., Lamb Weston has grown to be one of the world’s largest frozen potato companies, happily delivering the delicious goodness of fries to more than 100 countries. Lamb Weston has created inventive products and processes that are standards in the industry. When we look at a potato, we see possibilities.

Our people are a valuable and integral part of our business and play a vital role in our success as an organization. Lets explore the possibilities together.

Processing Technician role offers a diverse range of responsibilities to team members looking to immerse themselves in all areas of L1 processing. Operating each work week under a rotating schedule allows each team member to contribute in several aspects benefit ting our CBN goals on a weekly basis. This safety focused, team oriented, and target driven position provides a solid career path for future leaders of Lamb Weston.

• Actively participates in Lamb Weston Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice programs.
• Conducts process quality checks per procedure and by request of Production Lead, Team Leader Production, Team Leader Quality, Team Leader Area Production, and Line Structure Team.
• Performs all Daily Management System standards per schedule to include CILs, FSILs, CLs, and Defect Handling.
• Operates cohesively with additional Line 1 Process Technician team members in management of the Line 1 Process area;
  Including but not limited to all job functions from the L1 Evenflows through the L1 Fryer.
• Engages is scheduled AMD activities.

Trained and qualified in L1 Processing, ADR, and Fryer positions. Sanitation qualification is required. Training will be provided for additional qualifications. Team member must be Lock-out/Tag-out qualified. If qualification is needed training will be provided. Read, understand, and adhere to all plant rules and safety policies as specified in the Lamb Weston Employee Handbook. Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Must be able to communicate, comprehend, and follow instructions in English (both written and oral). 1-2 years of experience in Food Manufacturing, or related field, preferred. Functions well in team environment. Demonstrates capable troubleshooting skills. Capable of thinking critically. Basic understanding/ Proficiency in PC skills;
Windows, Word, and Excel.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature. Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures. Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.

Ability to operate work related equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable…