Packaging Maintenance III

Lamb Weston; Quincy (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FSAs (Health & Dependent Care)

Well-being programs

PTO

401(k) with company contributions

Employee stock purchase program

Health savings accounts

Life and accident insurance

Family-friendly events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston in Quincy, WA is seeking a Packaging Maintenance III to support plant production by performing maintenance functions across the facility. The role requires welding, troubleshooting, and safe operation of packaging equipment, with clear written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities include regular checks, logging, equipment repair, start-up/shut-down, and training others while adhering to safety rules and process standards.

Qualifications

• Must meet qualifications of lower bracketed mechanic positions.
• Proficient at welding mild steel.
• Strong knowledge of plant operations and mechanical systems.
• Good communicator with salaried and hourly personnel.
• Ability to work alone and in a neat, workmanlike manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance checks and logs.
• Repair, overhaul and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure proper start-up and shut-down of machinery.
• Train others in mechanical tasks and safety.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

Welding

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Communication

Troubleshooting

Power tools

Tools

PLCs

Hydraulic systems

Sheet metal fabrication

Job description

Title: Packaging Maintenance III

Location: Quincy, WA

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: Req-271117

Pay Rate: $27.42

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.

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.

Key Duties

• Perform regular assigned checks.
• Keep logs up to date.
• Equipment repair, overhaul and troubleshooting.
• Proper start-up and shut-down of plant equipment.
• Training of other mechanical or production personnel.
• Follow safety procedures for all work performed and instruct 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, 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°F to 35°F in freezer operation and 37°F to 90°F in plant operations.
• Maya have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products.
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis.

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 (e.g. 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.
• Troubleshoot, 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; PLCs; hydraulic pumps, cylinders and accessories; product feeders and scales.
• Knowledgeable of solid state electronics.
• Pipe fitting for air, water, and hydraulics.
• Install new equipment as directed.

Industry‑Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive.

• 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

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.