Process Mechanic I-Trainee 12 Hr

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. in Boardman, OR is seeking a Process Mechanic I-Trainee for a 12-hour shift. You will diagnose maintenance problems, install and set up equipment, and monitor receiving and processing lines to maximize uptime.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience. You will read prints, follow safety rules, perform preventative maintenance, and work with a team to support plant production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Ability to read and follow English instructions and manuals.
• Willingness to adhere to GMP and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safe work practices and participates in safety programs.
• Performs line checks and preventative maintenance (PM), including lubrication and inspection.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts processing equipment; replaces belts, bearings, motors, pumps, etc.
• Performs non-routine maintenance and emergency repairs with minimal supervision.
• Reads and communicates in English using prints, diagrams, and work orders.

Skills

Troubleshooting

English proficiency

Maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Process Mechanic I-Trainee 12 Hr

Location: Boardman, OR

Time Type: Full time

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

Diagnoses maintenance problems, installs and sets up equipment, monitors the function of receiving and processing equipment to assure proper operation. Advises supervisory personnel on maintenance requirements, repairs equipment, and any maintenance activities to maximize plant production and uptime.

Hiring Requirements

Job Title: Processing Mechanic Department: Maintenance Reports To: Maintenance Manager FLSA Status & Career Level: Hourly Prepared Date: 2/25/26

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains safe work practices at all times and participates in safety programs.
• Performs and documents line checks and preventative maintenance (PM), including lubrication and inspection of equipment to prevent or identify failures.
• Performs and documents maintenance work, troubleshooting, removal or repair and adjustments of processing equipment; changes and replaces belts, sprockets, bearings, chains, motors, pumps, etc., and performs building repairs.
• Performs non‑routine maintenance activities assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader or Production Team Leaders and will perform emergency repairs with a minimum of supervision.
• Performs structurally sound welds and acceptable cutting using appropriate welding equipment.
• Reads, writes and communicates in English by using prints, sketches, diagrams, operating instructions, work logs, work orders and technical manuals.
• Performs safety procedures for normally used chemicals.
• Demonstrates within 30 days of job assignment, ownership of proper tools for the job as specified by the company.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains a neat, orderly work area.
• Must use personal protective equipment to perform the job safely.
• Assists with the training of new employees in the proper and safest way to check and repair equipment.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Basic and Preferred Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Able to explain the function and perform troubleshooting, removal, installation, disassembly, repair and assemble of: Rubber and Mesh Belt Conveyors Fixed and Moving Stock Guides Chain and Sprocket Drives "V" Belt Drives Gear boxes Belt rolls Pumps Valves Fans Hydraulic pumps, Motors and Cylinders Bearings Shakers (GEM, Key, FMC) Evenflow bins Augers Peelers Scrubbers Preheaters Criss Cut Cutters Water Knives Blanchers Dryers Fryers Able to explain the function and perform troubleshooting and repair of: Able to demonstrate safe use and skilled application of tools commonly used in this plant in accordance with established practices and procedures. Able to recognize and name materials and supplies commonly used in this plant in accordance with established practices and procedures. Able to demonstrate safe use of personally supplied hand tools. Able to satisfactorily complete the Powered Industrial Truck Training Program. Able to follow plant safety, personal hygiene and GMP rules. Able to perform job functions independently and with minimal supervision. Able to recognize and name stainless steel, mild steel and aluminum.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write accurate information on simple forms in English. Ability to effectively present or listen to information in one‑on‑one and small group situations with all other employees of the organization in English.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, write or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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

Anticipated Close Date: 11/20/2026

Pay Transparency

Pay Rate or Range: $34.04

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

Company Heritage

Started in 1950 on a small farm in the Northwest region of the U.S., Lamb Weston has grown to be one of the world’s largest frozen potato companies, happily delivering the delicious goodness of fries to more than 100 countries. Lamb Weston has created inventive products and processes that are standards in the industry. When we look at a potato, we see possibilities. Our people are a valuable and integral part of our business and play a vital role in our success as an organization. At Lamb Weston we offer the financial stability and career potential of a true industry leader. Lamb Weston will offer you the opportunity to put your education and skills to work as part of a great team, contributing to the achievement of the organization’s goals and objectives. You will be challenged to take responsibility, drive results, show creativity, and display initiative - and you will be rewarded for your contributions and impact. Let’s explore the possibilities together.