Relief Fryer Operator Nights A

Lamb Weston; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, &/

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company contributions

Job summary

Lamb Weston in Richland, WA is seeking a Relief Fryer Operator for night shifts to support co-product and mainline fryers. You will monitor fryer performance, manage oil levels, and ensure product quality while maintaining safety standards.

The role involves data sheet upkeep, equipment cleaning, and willingness to train others. Strong English communication and adherence to plant rules are essential.

Qualifications

• Forklift qualification required; must become certified if not already.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
• Read and follow plant rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate co-product and mainline fryers and monitor equipment.
• Monitor waste totes and former head RPM; adjust as needed.
• Load/unload oil and check oil quality.
• Prepare and maintain process control data sheets.
• Inspect product quality at inspection tables.
• Clean and sanitize equipment; assist with safety programs.

Skills

Forklift operation

English communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

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: Relief Fryer Operator Nights A
Location: Richland, WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-272093
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. 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

This position will provide relief for the co-product fryer and the mainline fryer.

Job Description

• Have a working knowledge of the equipment used for the co-product fryer and mainline fryer.
• Monitor all the waste totes in processing.
• Monitor the former. Check revolutions per minute on former head; adjust the wizard gauge to maintain pressure; adjust the auger, if needed.
• Help with cut changes on the mainline and co-product line.
• Monitor the fryer. Set time and temperature and always be aware of fluctuations in time and temperature of the fryer and adjust, if needed, to maintain specified levels.
• Prepare and maintain co-product and mainline process control data sheets.
• Must be able to load and unload oil trucks and move oil from tank to tank.
• Check for oil quality/oil levels in the co-product fryer and the mainline fryer.
• Able to pump oil in and out of the fryers.
• Check for product quality at inspection tables.
• Clean and sanitize equipment. Sunday clean-up mainline boil-outs.
• Willing to train other utility/relief operators.
• Must know the location of SAPP, Dextrose, DM, and salt.
• Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Be actively engaged in safety, participate in safety programs, engage in safety activities, perform risk assessments and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members. Report all near misses, incidents, and any safety concerns.
  

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 have good work performance.
Able to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.
Be conscientious and consistent in his/her work.
Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.
Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
Understand and follow lock out/tag out procedures.
Possess a working knowledge of how the equipment works.
Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Must be able to balance teamwork and individual responsibilities.
Must be able to work well under pressure.
Sanitation qualified.

• Must be forklift qualified. If not, must meet requirements to become forklift certified.

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

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.
Anticipated Close Date: 11/26/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.
Pay Rate or Range: $26,75

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