Processing Operator Trainee

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. is looking for a Processing Operator Trainee in Boardman, OR. The successful candidate will operate and adjust processing equipment, monitor line flow, and ensure product quality while maintaining safety standards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED. The role offers a pay rate of $26.35 and provides various health benefits, 401(k) with company contributions, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Certification in Lock-out/Tag-out, Forklift, and Sanitation required.
• Experience driving forklift preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safe work practices at all times.
• Operates equipment and makes adjustments as needed.
• Monitors and maintains product quality.

Skills

Communication in English

Basic math functions

Data entry skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Job description

Processing Operator Trainee

Location: Boardman, OR

Time type: Full time

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

Responsibilities

• 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 line flow.
• Monitors and maintains product quality and attributes.
• Communicates with other personnel regarding line status, quality, and other problems.
• Understands function and hazards of various cleaning chemicals and performs various product testing procedures.
• Works independently.
• Shovels product spills.
• Completes production forms as required.
• Enters checks into the computer.

Other Job Functions

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

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Lock‑out/Tag‑out, Forklift, and Sanitation certification required; unqualified candidates will be trained to meet certification requirements.
• Experience driving forklift in warehouse or manufacturing establishment (preferred).
• Must be able to achieve certification within the time frames established by the facility.

Skills and Experience

• Effectively communicates in English verbally and in writing.
• Understands instructions and follows directions in English, both written and oral.
• Performs basic math functions.
• Basic computer operation knowledge and data entry skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Exposure to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold temperatures.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments up to 8 hours per day: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells, and allergies.
• Ability to perform repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements required by job actions and procedures.
• Works with hands and arms overhead, and in or under equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work at ground level and in high places.
• Ability to operate work‑related equipment.
• Specific vision abilities: 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 sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products.
• Climbs to various heights via stairs or ladders regularly.

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.

Anticipated close date: 07/16/2026

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.