Fryer Operator Trainee

BroadBean; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Well-being programs

Job summary

Lamb Weston is seeking a fryer line operator to monitor blancher, dryer, and fryer operations, ensuring product quality and process control across the line. You will perform tests on oil, color, and salt levels, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.

Experience with forklift operations, basic computer skills, and adherence to SSOPs is essential. This role requires physical activity and the ability to work around hot equipment and variable

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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.
• Experience driving forklift in warehouse/manufacturing setting preferred.
• Basic math and data entry skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate blancher, dryer and fryer with close monitoring of temperature/time to meet specs.
• Perform tests to verify oil quality, color, and salt concentrations (FFA tests).
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation; follow SSOPs and safety rules.
• Report problems to supervisor and communicate line issues promptly.
• Use PPE and wear safety gear as required.
• Coordinate with team to regulate oil levels and filtration systems.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lock-out/Tag-out certification

Forklift certification

Sanitation certification

Tools

TESTO instrument

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Lamb Weston you 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 is responsible for constantly monitoring fluid levels and temperatures in blanchers, dryers, and fryer. It also requires monitoring of equipment to assure proper product and fluid flows throughout process and equipment.

Job Description

• Hasa working knowledge of the equipment, pipinglayoutand controls in area of responsibility.
• Monitorsandoverseesoperation and controls of the blancher, dryer, and fryer.
• Monitorsandcontrolsthe temperature and time on the blancher, dryer, and fryer to achieve product specification targets.
• Performsvarious tests to ensure oil quality, upstream color, and SAPP and salt concentrations are correct (Ex: FFA test).
• Performs fry-ups tomonitorproduct color and quality, at a regular frequency.
• Monitorsdextrose, SAPP, and salt added to the flume water supply tank toattaintarget color and salt content in the finished product.
• Monitorsand ensuresoil levels in fryers and makeup tanks.
• Monitorsthat circulation valves on the fryer are adjusted correctly.
• Transfersoil from holding tanks to other tanks and/or fryer, when needed.
• Cleansstatic product build-up out of the fryer during breaks in line-flow or when instructed by the Supervisor.
• Controlsthe amount of oil to Lakossystem andmonitorentirefryer filtration system.
• MaintainsOberland [filtration system] and crumb/oilywaste removal using a forklift.Changespaper filter when necessary.
• Checksall oil recovery equipment to ensure it isoperatingproperly toattainthe highest oil recovery rate possible.
• FollowsSSOPs to clean fryer, dryer,blancherand other equipment.
• Maintainscleanliness under and around fryer, de-oiler and precool area.
• Performsboilouts onfryerasrequired.
• Monitors equipment operations and changes process settings in APQC asrequired.
• Able to use the TESTO to measure and record Total Polar Compounds of the Fryer Oil
• Communicatesproblems and breaks in the line to appropriate personnel.
• Starts and stops equipment asrequired.
• Maintains oillevelin fryer makeup tanks asrequired.
• Fillsout paperwork asrequired.
• Performs assigned duties during cut changes and defrost asrequired.
• Changes fryer oil as instructed
• Regularly usestools and equipment, as assigned by Team Leader or Area Owner.
• Breaksother operators as assigned
• May berequiredto use a 2-way radio.
• Required to use a computer touch screen tomonitorand control equipment such as automated valves.
• Wear requiredPPE;to include Fryer safety PPE as necessary, for specific job duties being performed around Fryer area.
• Activelyparticipatein AMD activities;MaintainCenterlines and CIL's.
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Lock-out/Tag-out, Forklift, and Sanitation certification arerequired. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience driving forklift in warehouse or manufacturing establishment preferred.
• Must be able to be qualified withintime framesestablishedbyfacility.
• Ability to perform basic mathfunctions,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 tolift upto50pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hottocold in temperature
• Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours perworkdayto include:loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke,smellsand allergies
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movementsrequiredfor 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, overallcoordinationand good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability tooperatework 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
• Employeemust be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonableaccommodationswill be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

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: 09/18/2026

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: $24.12

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.