L2 CADRE Operator Trainee

Lamb Weston; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Well-being programs

Employee Assistance Program

Family-Friendly events

Job summary

Lamb Weston in Boardman, OR seeks an L2 CADRE Operator Trainee to set up and operate machine tools, assemble parts, and maintain equipment. You will follow safety policies, monitor operations, and document issues while working with team members in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and English communication skills; prior lock-out/tag-out and sanitation trainings are valued. Competitive pay at $25.98/hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must read, understand, and obey plant rules and safety policies.
• Willingness to work safely in a noisy manufacturing environment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools and assemble parts.
• Follow safety policies and participate in safety programs.
• Diagnose machine malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Keep daily logs and records of equipment issues and production data.
• Use computer touch screens to monitor and control equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping and GMP compliance.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

2-way radio

PC touchscreen

Safety equipment usage

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.

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.

Title: L2 CADRE Operator Trainee

Location: Boardman, OR

Job Requisition ID: Req-271396

Time Type: Full time

Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for setting up and operating a variety of machine tools, fits and assembles parts to fabricate or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines by performing the following duties.

Job Description

Individuals in this position must:

• Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Be actively involved in safety, participate in safety programs, engaged in safety activities, perform risk assessments and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members.
• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and determine need for adjustment or repair.
• Owns Cutting system up to sliver removal
• Dismantles machine or equipment to examine parts for defects or to remove defective part.
• Replaces defective part with new part.
• Assembles and test operates machine to verify correction of malfunction.
• Performs maintenance on and cleans pieces of equipment.
• Keep daily logs and records all pertinent information (any foreign material found, defects in equipment, shut downs, etc.)
• Cutter Deck Operator will provide breaks to ADR Operator.
• May be required to used 2 way radio.
• Required to use a computer touch screen to monitor and control equipment.
• Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's.
• Wear required PPE.
• Actively participate in AMD activities
• Perform any other duties as assigned by a Team Leader

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job. To successfully perform this job an individual must:

• Sanitation qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained.
• Employee must be Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained.
• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.
• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead.

Education

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

Language Skills

Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English.

Work Environment

The Work Environment Characteristics Described Here Are Representative Of Those An Employee Encounters While Performing The Functions Of This Job. The Employee

• The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 dB.
• Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts.
• Will frequently be exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat.
• May occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration.

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: 09/06/2026

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: $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