Potato Trim & Quality Inspector

Lamb Weston, Inc.; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well-being programs including wellness

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Health Savings Accounts

Life and Accident insurance

Family-Friendly employee events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston, Inc. in Richland, WA, is seeking a trim inspector to remove defects and foreign material from potatoes while minimizing waste. You will work on trim tables and inspection belts, following leads and safety policies to ensure product quality.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (GED preferred), strong English communication, and the ability to work safely, rotate positions, and keep a clean, organized work area in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Sanitation qualification is required.
• Strong communication with all plant personnel.
• Read, understand, and follow plant rules, GMPs and safety practices.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety procedures associated with the task.
• Balance of teamwork and individual responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety policies and participate in safety programs; report safety concerns.
• Work on trim tables inspecting for foreign material and trimming defects as directed.
• Inspect on belts for wide cuts, misshapen product, foreign material and defects.
• Inspect product and discard blemished or misshapen items and foreign material.
• Inform lead of high blemish levels or foreign materials.
• Maintain a clean work area at all times.
• Communicate quality or sanitation problems to operators and leads.
• Perform other duties as assigned by lead or supervisor.
• Rotate to different positions during shifts to avoid repetitive motion injuries and work in required locations.

Skills

Sanitation qualification

Communication skills

Read and follow rules

Safety awareness

Teamwork and independence

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Lamb Weston, Inc. in Richland, WA, is seeking a trim inspector to remove defects and foreign material from potatoes while minimizing waste. You will work on trim tables and inspection belts, following leads and safety policies to ensure product quality.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (GED preferred), strong English communication, and the ability to work safely, rotate positions, and keep a clean, organized work area in a fast-paced production environment.