Operator Receiving

Lamb Weston; Paterson (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, D

Dental and Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health

Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company contributions

Employee Stock purchase program

Health Savings Accounts

Life and Accident insurance

Job summary

Lamb Weston in Paterson, WA is seeking an Operator Receiving to manage the plant's receiving operations and lead General Labor in the Receiving and Cutter areas. You will ensure a steady flow of corn to the line and operate the HMI to adjust equipment speeds.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and adherence to production standards, with opportunities for growth within a global food company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or 1 year of food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ability to stand for long periods and follow directions.
• Good communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks in a completely safe manner at all times
• Maintain adequate product flow to keep Product Hoppers Full
• Observe production processes to detect issues
• Operate the HMI control panel for starting, stopping, and controlling speed of equipment
• Communicate issues to the Production Team Leader and process Leads
• Keeps detailed logs of equipment downtime and process events
• Assists in plant cleaning during defrost/sanitation periods
• Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Observe and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that settings conform to production or processing standards
• Be able to complete Personal Qualification Requirements
• Setup, maintain and improve work area
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Other tasks as assigned

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Good communication

Stand for long periods

Follow directions

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma, GED or 1 year of food manufacturing experience a plus

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 Receiving

Location: Paterson, WA

Job Requisition ID: Req-271405

Time Type: Full time

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the receiving operations of the plant including outside receiving and cutter deck are in a food production environment over the course of a full shift. This also includes leading the General Labor positions in the Receiving and Cutter area. Responsible for maintaining an even flow of corn to the line.

Job Description

• Conduct tasks in a completely safe manner at all times
• Maintain adequate product flow to keep Product Hoppers Full
• Observe production processes to detect issues
• Operate the HMI control panel for starting, stopping, and controlling speed of equipment
• Communicate issues to the Production Team Leader and process Leads
• Keeps detailed logs of equipment downtime and process events
• Assists in plant cleaning during defrost/sanitation periods
• Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Observe and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that settings conform to production or processing standards
• Be able to complete Personal Qualification Requirements
• Setup, maintain and improve work area
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Other tasks as assigned

Position Requirements

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a frozen food manufacturing facility preferred.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Good communication skills
• High School Diploma, GED or 1 year of food manufacturing experience a plus
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work as a team.

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: 09/02/2026

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: $22.02

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