Plant Technician - Hands-On Production & Growth

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life and Accident insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Family-Friendly events

Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. in American Falls, ID, is seeking a Plant Technician to operate and maintain production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure product quality. You’ll work on multiple stages from receiving to packaging with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on tasks, problem-solving, and adherence to food safety standards in a team setting. Training and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production equipment across multiple stages—receiving, processing, and packaging.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on equipment 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 efforts throughout the plant.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Forklifts

Clamp trucks

Hand trucks

Job description

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. in American Falls, ID, is seeking a Plant Technician to operate and maintain production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure product quality. You’ll work on multiple stages from receiving to packaging with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on tasks, problem-solving, and adherence to food safety standards in a team setting. Training and career growth opportunities are offered.