Trim & Inspect

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.; Park Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical,  

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness – 401(k)

Job summary

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. in Park Rapids, MN is seeking a Trim & Inspect associate for a production facility focused on trimming whole potatoes and removing defects in a fry/specialty product line.

The role requires lifting up to 36 pounds, working in varying temperatures, and adhering to safety, sanitation, and ergonomic practices. A rotating schedule with overtime is common in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience trimming potatoes to defect specifications under time constraints.
• Ability to inspect potatoes in raw and processed states.
• Ability to lift 10–36 pounds and operate cleaning equipment.
• Comfort working in hot, cold, wet, and humid conditions.
• Strict adherence to safety and sanitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, sorts and removes defects from raw or processed potato products.
• Trims potatoes with a trim knife in fry production.
• Performs sanitation duties and reports equipment malfunctions.
• Maintains safe work practices and ergonomic techniques in the plant.

Skills

Potato trimming

Defect inspection

Lift 10 pounds

Lift 36 pounds

Safety and sanitation

Ergonomic practices

Teamwork

Stair climbing

Job description

Title: Trim & Inspect

Location: Park Rapids, MN

Job Requisition ID: Req-260483

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

Inspects, sorts and removes defects from raw product or processed product. Trims whole potatoes with a trim knife in a French fry/specialty potato product production facility.

Employee must be responsible to work in a safe manner following safe work practices while in the plant or on company premises. Able to work a schedule of on 6 off 2 days on a rotating basis Frequently work overtime when needed, in early, hold overs and days off Lift and carry cases of product weighing between 10 and 36 pounds. Utilize ergonomic practices such as job rotation as necessary Remove foreign material and non‑standard product from processing equipment Frequently holding a trim knife to trim defects from raw potatoes. Inspects raw and or processed products to ensure quality, when assigned to areas Report any malfunction of food processing equipment as quickly as possible to the Process Operator, Crew Chief or Team Leader Attend and comprehend all training programs and follow all company policies. Perform sanitation duties during periods of downtime and as assigned by Supervisor. Perform sanitation duties during clean up times and at times during line breaks, such as using a pressure hose, scrub brush and scraping Have the physical ability to wear a wet suit and can use cleaning chemicals in a safe manner Work in temperature and humidity extremes Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to trim potatoes effectively for areas of defect as prescribed by the trim evaluation under time limits as set in the policy of trimming potatoes
• The ability to pick out defects at frozen inspection
• Lifting 10 pounds frequently as in lifting potatoes.
• Holding a pressure washer wand.
• Using a scraper to scrape buildup from machinery and or equipment.
• Lifting and carrying brooms, shovels and squeegees, doing bags inspection during poly runs, making sure box codes are appropriate.
• Climbing stairs and or ladders either to perform job duties or to access work areas.
• Lifting to 36 pounds occasionally as in shoveling product off the floor in the process part of the facility.
• Lifting to 36 pounds occasionally as in picking up bags or cases of product during rework or working in the packaging part of the facility.
• Continuous exposure to moving machinery and or parts while performing assigned job duties.
• Occasional exposure to areas of high traffic flow of forklifts
• Frequently exposed to heat and cold temperature extremes as well as wet and humid conditions, including wet, oily and slippery floors.
• Work area clean

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: $21.18

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

Anticipated Close Date: 05/09/2026

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

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.