Operator Packaging Machine

Lamb Weston

Twin Falls (ID)

On-site

USD 28,929 - 38,572

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Well-being program

Employee Stock Purchase

Life Insurance

Job summary

Lamb Weston is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator in Twin Falls, ID to operate, monitor, and adjust packaging equipment while upholding safety, food safety, quality, and production standards.

The role includes monitoring sanitation, ink-jet coding, bagging lines, dopant equipment, and sealing processes; performing metal detector checks; and maintaining accurate production records. Qualifications include a GED or high school diploma and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

Monitor packaging line sanitation, ink-jet coder, bagger operation, Dyna-pack operation, settlers and case sealers.
Perform routine metal detector checks to ensure proper function of metal detectors.
Monitor line flow rates and proper feed of product through baggers.
Monitor and adjust vibrators to optimize bagger performance.
Record packaging machinery efficiencies, downtime, and complete reports accurately.
Ensure complete packaging quality by weighing, sealing, codes, and glue patterns.

Skills

English Proficiency

Forklift Experience

Data Entry

Microsoft Office

English Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Lock-out/Tag-out Certification

Forklift Certification

Sanitation Certification

Tools

None

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: Operator Packaging Machine

Location: Twin Falls, ID

Job Requisition ID: Req-271375

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

This position operates, monitors and adjusts the packaging equipment in a manner consistent with safety, food safety, quality, and production standards.

Job Description

Monitors Line Sanitation, Ink‑jet coder, Bagger operation, Dyna‑pack operation, Settlers and Case sealers
Performs routine metal detector checks to ensure proper function of metal detectors.
Monitors line flow rates. Including regular checks for proper feed of product through baggers.
Monitors and adjust vibrators to gain optimum bagger performance.
Orders packaging material
Ensures proper container sizing
Records packaging machinery efficiencies, downtime, and fills out reports accurately and correctly.
Responsible for ensuring complete packaging quality of product taking regular checks or weights, seals codes, glue patterns, etc.
Complete CIL’s and centerlines.
Participates in AMD Drumbeats.
Reworks product when necessary.
Performs 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 are required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.

Skills And Experience

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).
Experience driving forklift in warehouse or manufacturing establishment preferred.
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.

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 for up to 8 hours per work day to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies
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
May have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products
Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

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: 08/28/2026

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: $24.23

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

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