L2 CADRE Operator Trainee

L2 Cadre Operator Trainee

Location:

Boardman, OR

Job Purpose

This position operates and adjusts all sorter and defect removal equipment for smooth and productive operations; monitors line flow and waste; corrects problems which affect quality and production costs; and makes adjustments as directed by the production lead or team leader.

Job Description

• Operates, cleans, and troubleshoots the plant's optical sorter equipment including vision modules, upper knife assemblies, ejection modules, light modules. This includes all feed equipment such as conveyor belts and shaker conveyors.
• Owns process from sliver removals to blancher
• Communicates with process and packaging equipment operators, maintenance personnel, and Plant Leadership to oversee the operation, maintenance, and sanitation of the ADR and Optical sorters.
• Performs upfront defect checks and enters them into the QA system
• Performs waste tests for Bad:
  
  Good ratios and averages.
• Maintains desired product quality.
• Communicates line status and quality to supervisors, maintenance, and other shifts.
• Ability to use a 2 way radio.
• Understands hazards associated with the chemicals in use, raw product evaluation, how processing affects finished product attributes, and be able to refer to and understand product specifications on the computer.
• Cleans general area as needed using proper cleaning procedures. Performs downtime cleanup as assigned. Example:
  Shoveling product spills
• Provides relief for breaks and lunch to the Cutter Deck Operator
• Actively participate in AMD activities;
  Maintains Centerlines and CIL's
• Performs other duties as assigned

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Education/
  
  Certifications:
  
  (Required & Preferred)
• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Lock-out/Tag-out, Forklift, and Sanitation certification are required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.
• Skills and Experience:
• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral. (Requirement may vary by location).
• Must be able to be qualified within time frames established by facility.
• Ability to perform basic math functions, required.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Physical Environment/Demands:

• 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
• Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours per work day to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies
• 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.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. 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.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from
  -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Freezer Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Plant Operation
• May have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including company wide 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

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date: 09/06/2026

Pay Rate or Range: $25.98

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law