Lab Technician 1 - Grave B

Lamb Weston; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical,  

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company contributions

Job summary

Lamb Weston is hiring a Lab Technician 1 in Richland, WA. This role focuses on grading finished products, communicating out-of-grade results, and supporting QA processes on multiple lines. You will contribute to safety, quality, and continuous improvement while rotating through lab duties.

The position emphasizes GMP adherence, teamwork, and accurate data handling. Training and growth opportunities exist within a global leader in the food industry.

Qualifications

• Sanitation qualification is required or training will be provided.
• Ability to use a computer for data entry, report generation and research.
• Ability to read and follow plant rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follows all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Trains back-ups and new lab techs.
• Performs daily filing and review of QA data.
• Performs CCP checks and quality grading on lines as trained.
• Rotates through all lab tech positions and supports QA managers.

Skills

Sanitation qualification

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blender

Weighing apparatus

Pipettes

Grinder

Fryers

Microwave

Length grader

Thermometer

DICROMAT

Minolta

Agtron

Silver nitrate

NIR

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.

Title: Lab Technician 1 - Grave B
Location: Richland, WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-271441
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 is responsible for grading the finished product for all lines and communicating out of grade situations to Team Leader. Perform dispositions of out of grade product.

Job Description

Individuals in this position must:

• Follows all plant safety policies and procedures
• Actively involved in safety, participates in safety programs, engaged in safety activities, performs risk assessments, and demonstrates ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members
• Trains back-ups and new lab techs
• Preforms daily filing and review of Q.A. data
• Performs any special projects assigned
• Always maintains a neat and clean work area and exhibit good personal hygiene
• Performs all other duties assigned/requested by Q.A. Manager and/or Supervisor
• Follows good housekeeping practices and GMP's
• Wears required PPE.
• Actively participates in AMD activities
• Performs CCP checks for line one and two
• Performs quality grading checks on assigned line, typically 2 checks per hour outlined in training manual
• Rotates through all lab tech positions

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

Requirements

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.
• Ability to accurately use the following equipment, and/or tools, including but not limited to: blender, weighing apparatus, pipettes, grinder, fryers, microwave, length grader, thermometer, dicromat, Minolta, Agtron, silver nitrate, and NIR.
• Must be able to use a computer for data entry, report generation and research.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• 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

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 be occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration.
• Will work around forklift traffic.

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: 09/05/2026

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: $23,35

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