Processing Operator Trainee

Lamb Weston; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 23,400 - 28,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston is seeking a Processing Operator Trainee in Boardman, Oregon. This role involves operating and adjusting production equipment while ensuring product quality and maintaining safety practices. Applicants should have a high school diploma and relevant certifications; experience in forklift operation is preferred.

The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and a robust 401(k) plan. Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to production excellence!

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform repetitious tasks and communicate effectively.
• Experience driving a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing setup is preferred.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust all process equipment for smooth operations.
• Communicate line status and product quality with other personnel.
• Maintain safe work practices at all times.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Basic math functions

Forklift operation

Basic computer operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Lock-out/Tag-out, Forklift, and Sanitation certification

Job description

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.

Title: Processing Operator Trainee

Location: Boardman, OR

Job Requisition ID: Req-270975

Time Type: Full time

Job Description Summary

The processing operator operates and adjusts all process equipment for smooth and productive operations; monitors lineflow and waste; corrects problems which affect quality and production costs; and makes line changes as directed by the production lead or team leader.

Job Description

Include the following. (Other duties may be assigned):

• Maintains safe work practices at all times and participates in safety programs.
• Changes water knives as needed.
• Performs waste evaluations and changes grader screens as needed.
• Operates equipment and makes adjustments as needed.
• Maintains even lineflow.
• Monitors and maintains product quality and attributes.
• Communicates with other personnel: line status, quality, and other problems.
• Must understand function and hazards of various cleaning chemicals, and must be able to perform various product testing procedures.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Shoveling product spills.
• Completes production forms as required.
• Enters checks into computer.

Other Job Functions

• Sanitation of area.
• Breaking of other areas.
• Performs weekend cleanup as assigned.
• Performs and participates in AMD drumbeats.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education / Certifications (Required & Preferred)

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Lock-out/Tag-out, Forklift, and Sanitation certification are required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral.
• Experience driving forklift in warehouse or manufacturing establishment preferred.
• Must be able to be qualified within time frames established by facility.
• Ability to perform basic math functions, required.
• Basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Physical Environment / Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments up to 8 hours per work day including loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies.
• Ability to perform 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 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 Operation.
• May have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products.
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.

Industry Competitive Benefits

• 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: 07/16/2026

Pay Transparency

Pay Rate or Range: $26.35

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.