Fab Mechanic III

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 96,432,000 - 112,963,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Lamb Weston is seeking a Fab Mechanic III in Twin Falls, ID to support fabrication, assembly, and installation for the maintenance department. You will fabricate and repair metal structures and process piping, align parts, and assist with equipment modifications to improve plant efficiency.

The role requires welding and fabrication skills, English communication, and basic math; safety certifications and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds are part of the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• 1 year related experience in fabrication and welding required.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions, both written and oral.
• Lock-out/Tag-out certification required or training provided to meet it.
• Basic math and computer skills (MS Office) needed.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal structures and process piping; assemble equipment from raw materials.
• Make modifications and perform upkeep on existing equipment.
• Assist with line designs and comment on proposed changes and equipment.
• Perform basic welding and fabricating duties; repair and move equipment in plant.

Skills

Fabrication experience

Welding

English communication

Basic math

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree preferred

Job description

Fab Mechanic III

Location: Twin Falls, ID

Job Requisition ID: Req-271775

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

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.

Job Description Summary

This position provides assistance with fabrication, assembling, and installation needs for the maintenance department in order to maintain equipment and create efficiencies.

Job Description

Assists in fabricating metal structures and process piping; adjusts and assembles equipment from raw materials. Makes modifications and performs upkeep on existing equipment. Assists with line designs and comments on proposed changes and equipment. Performs a full range of basic welding and fabricating duties, fabricates and repairs industrial equipment and performs other technical maintenance duties. Works with various types of materials – mild steel, aluminum, stainless steel. Operates and maintains metal fabrication equipment and tools. Reviews plant equipment needs with maintenance crew and management. Repairs, overhauls, fabricates, disassembles, re‑assembles, and moves equipment in and out of the plant. Assists maintenance and production personnel in problem‑solving activities. Aligns and fits parts according to specifications, locates and marks workpiece bending and cutting lines allowing for thickness, machine and welding shrinkage and other part specifications. Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there are no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter. Clamps, holds, tack‑welds, heat‑bends, grinds, or bolts parts to obtain required configurations to weld parts in flat and vertical positions. Completes assignments in a timely manner, keeping legible, detailed, and accurate records and logs of work. Minimizes downtime by utilizing skills to create operational efficiencies. Additional duties as assigned.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred) High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Associate’s Degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• Lock‑out/Tag‑out certification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.
• Skills and Experience: 1-year related experience in fabrication and welding required. 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. Applicability of job levels varies by location and is determined by the plant skills matrix.

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 to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies. Occasionally works in narrow passageways, confined spaces, and at protected heights. 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. Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis.

Industry-Competitive 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

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

Anticipated Close Date

Anticipated Close Date: 10/18/2026

Pay Transparency

Pay Rate or Range: $36.38

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.

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. At Lamb Weston we offer the financial stability and career potential of a true industry leader. Lamb Weston will offer you the opportunity to put your education and skills to work as part of a great team, contributing to the achievement of the organization’s goals and objectives. You will be challenged to take responsibility, drive results, show creativity, and display initiative - and you will be rewarded for your contributions and impact. Let’s explore the possibilities together.