Packaging Maintenance III

Lamb Weston, Inc.; Quincy (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness – 401(k) & related

Family-Friendly Events

Employee Assistance Program services

Job summary

Lamb Weston, Inc. is seeking a Line Mechanic to support plant production by performing maintenance functions across the facility under supervision. The role involves regular checks, equipment repair, safe start-up/shut-down, and training of staff.

The position requires welding and mechanical skills, ability to work at heights, and strong communication in English. It is an on-site role with a focus on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet the qualifications of lower bracketed mechanic positions.
• Thorough knowledge of plant operations and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Good communicator with salaried and hourly personnel.
• Thorough knowledge of basic mechanical skills (i.e. plumbing, measuring, changing bearings, etc.).
• Able to work alone and in a neat workman-like manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular assigned checks.
• Keep logs up to date.
• Repair, overhaul and troubleshoot equipment.
• Proper start-up and shut-down of plant equipment.
• Train other mechanical or production personnel.
• Follow safety procedures and enforce safe working habits.
• Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Carry out instructions with common sense.

Skills

Welding

Mechanical systems

Plant operations

Communication

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.

Job Description Summary

This position supports plant production by performing maintenance functions throughout the plant as assigned or directed by supervisory personnel, while working under limited supervision.

Job Description

KEY DUTIES

• Perform regular assigned checks.
• Keep logs up to date.
• Equipment repair, overhaul and trouble shooting.
• Proper start-up and shut-down of plant equipment.
• Training of other mechanical or production personnel.
• Follow safety procedures for all work performed and instructing others in safe working habits.
• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Ability to weld, chip, grind and use all power tools safely at different heights on scaffolds, ladders and safety cages.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

Physical Environment/Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, sit, 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 12 hours per work day to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dir, t 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 an arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment

• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance tow ork 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 degr ees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Freezer operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Plant operations

• Mya have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products

• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must meet the qualifications of lower bracketed mechanic positions.
• Proficient at welding mild steel.
• Thorough knowledge of plant operations and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Good communicator with salaried and hourly personnel.
• Thorough knowledge of basic mechanical skills (i.e. plumbing, measuring, changing bearings, etc.).
• Able to work alone and in a neat workman-like manner.

• Fulfil Line Mechanic duties in Raw Receiving, Plant I, Plant II or Co-Product.
• Weld stainless steel and aluminum.
• Set up and adjust cutters and Lamb guns.
• Properly adjust all shakers and conveyors.
• Repair all drive components on plant equipment.
• Do sheet metal layout, fabrication, and installation.
• Operate each piece of packaging equipment.
• Trouble shoot, repair and rebuild the following with minimal direction and supervision: Blue Point Case packers, settler, gluers; Triangle package machines; Bosch packaging machines; Dynapaks; palletizers; stretch wrappers; case sealers; case settlers; Isoflo shakers; Ajax and Eccentric driven shakers; check weighers; belt conveyors; PLC's; hydraulic pumps, cylinders and accessories; product feeders and scales.
• Weld stainless steel and aluminum.
• Knowledgeable of solid state electronics.
• Pipe fitting for air, water, and hydraulics.
• Sheet metal layout fabrication and installation.
• Install new equipment as directed.

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: 08/01/2026

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: $27.42

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