Plant Technician: Hands-On Growth & Safety

BroadBean; Idaho; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Stock Purchase Program

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Family‑Friendly events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston is hiring a Plant Technician in Idaho to keep production lines running at peak performance. You will operate and maintain automated equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure product quality meets high standards.

This role suits someone with mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a hands-on approach in a team environment. Join a global leader with a strong safety culture and opportunities for hands-on training, mentorship, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing physically active work.
• Able to read, write and understand English for safety and communication.
• Must wear and properly use PPE (eye protection, ear protection, safety shoes).
• Willing to work rotating day/night 12-hour shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production equipment across multiple stages—receiving, processing, and packaging.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Keep accurate records of production and equipment data.
• Assist with line sanitation and product quality checks.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, clamp trucks, hand trucks, etc.).
• Follow safety procedures and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives across the plant.

Skills

18+ years old

Lifting 50 lbs

English literacy

PPE use

12-hour rotating shifts

Job description

Lamb Weston is hiring a Plant Technician in Idaho to keep production lines running at peak performance. You will operate and maintain automated equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure product quality meets high standards.

This role suits someone with mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a hands-on approach in a team environment. Join a global leader with a strong safety culture and opportunities for hands-on training, mentorship, and career growth.