Forklift Operator Trainee

Lamb Weston; American Falls (ID); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Well-being program

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Lamb Weston in American Falls, Idaho, is seeking a Forklift Operator Trainee to support the warehouse and packaging operations. Under supervision, you will move finished product, stage loads, and assist with inventory to keep lines supplied.

The role requires at least 1 year forklift experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work all three shifts. The company emphasizes safety, GMP compliance, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience required in a forklift operator position
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to work all three shifts: 8am – 4pm, 4pm-12am and 12am – 8am
• Must be able to comply with our Good Manufacturing Practice policies and be able to wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Must be available for both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
• Ability to follow written policies, programs and SOPs

Responsibilities

• Remove pallets of finished product from the manufacturing areas; verifies case count, item id and bay locations; transfers product into appropriate bay.
• Place finished product into storage on a first in first out rotation basis. If there is more than one partial pallet, re-palletize so that earlier code dates will be shipped first.
• Stage and load orders as required on a Bill of Lading. Prior to loading any trailer or truck, audit for sanitation, infestation or damages; record on a Trailer Inspection Report, report any discrepancies to Warehouse Supervisor.
• Record items, amounts and code dates of items shipped on Bill of Lading. Once order is loaded double check items and amounts loaded to ensure correctness.
• Count inventory whenever necessary.
• Be able to prioritize multiple tasks needed in order to supply process lines with the materials and support needed to run budgeted line flows.

Skills

Forklift operation

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Instructions follow

Shift flexibility

Safety compliance

Job description

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.

Job Details

Title: Forklift Operator Trainee

Location: American Falls, ID

Job Requisition ID: Req-260497

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

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

Under the supervision of the Cold Storage Lead and direction of the Manager, this position supplies the correct product to and from railcars and trucks, directs and records the proper loading of same, supplies and removes bulk product for all packaging lines and bin dumps, checks accepts, warehouses and re-warehouses if necessary, all product packaged or processed during the shift. Receives all inbound shipments of dry supply material, chemicals, etc., records the proper amounts and distributes to proper storage or usage areas to provide accurate inventories and ready availability of production supplies. This position furnishes and delivers to package lines, supplies required per written and verbal packaging instructions to assure continuation of plant operation.

Job Description

• Remove pallets of finished product from the manufacturing areas; verifies case count, item id and bay locations; transfers product into appropriate bay.
• Place finished product into storage on a first in first out rotation basis. If there is more than one partial pallet, re-palletize so that earlier code dates will be shipped first.
• Stage and load orders as required on a Bill of Lading. Prior to loading any trailer or truck, audit for sanitation, infestation or damages; record on a Trailer Inspection Report, report any discrepancies to Warehouse Supervisor.
• Record items, amounts and code dates of items shipped on Bill of Lading. Once order is loaded double check items and amounts loaded to ensure correctness.
• Count inventory whenever necessary.
• Be able to prioritize multiple tasks needed in order to supply process lines with the materials and support needed to run budgeted line flows.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience required in a forklift operator position
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to work all three shifts: 8am – 4pm, 4pm-12am and 12am – 8am
• Must be able to comply with our Good Manufacturing Practice policies and be able to wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Must be available for both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
• Ability to follow written policies, programs and SOPs

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
• Ability to write accurate information on simple forms in English.
• Ability to effectively present or listen to information in one-on-one and small group situations with all other employees of the organization in English.

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 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

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.

Anticipated Close Date: 05/13/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.

Pay Rate or Range: $22.37

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