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Lamb Weston · 1 month ago

Packaging Mechanic I

Pasco, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$34.01/hr - $35.01/hr

4+ years exp

Lamb Weston is a leading manufacturer in the food industry, known for its innovative approach and global reach. They are seeking a Packaging Mechanic I who will be responsible for the routine and non-routine repair and maintenance of packaging equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with established standards and safety practices.

Hospitality

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Maintains and promotes safe work practices at all times, assures that safe work practices are being followed in all work groups, and actively participates in safety programs

Perform assigned duties and responsibilities in a safe and satisfactory manner

Must understand and comply with all known posted or generally accepted instructions, procedures, rules, practices, policies or other items covered in the Employee Handbook

Is fully competent in performing corrective and preventive maintenance including the lubrication and inspection of equipment within scope of responsibility to sustain and improve equipment reliability

Competently performs the safe isolation, shut down, inspection, adjustment, repair/overhaul or startup of equipment and systems within scope of responsibility with the mindset to identify defects, identify the reason for the failure, and then take corrective action to eliminate a recurring failure

Competently performs the troubleshooting of issues such as mechanical, electrical and pneumatic to identify defects, identify the reason for the failure, determine root cause and to take corrective action to eliminate recurring failure

Competently performs and documents removal, installation, disassembly, repair, and re-assembly of plant components and equipment as needed to obtain optimal, reliable and sustainable operation

Competently documents corrective maintenance and preventive maintenance including the lubrication and inspection of equipment to improve and sustain equipment reliability. Documentation may include but is not limited to SAP, Belt Tracking form, FM form, BDE card, etc

Competently evaluates equipment for performance. Per training and following established procedures, competently performs manual adjustments, overrides automatic controls, etc., to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges. Switch to backup equipment or systems, or shut down equipment as needed to assure optimal equipment performance and the production of quality potato products

Competently performs most non-routine maintenance jobs assigned by the Packaging Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Team Leader, Team Leader Production, or Plant Management and will perform repairs with minimal supervision

Assist other work groups, specialists, outside resources and contractors with the troubleshooting, adjustment, repair, replacement, modification, maintenance, rebuilding and installation of components, equipment, piping, etc., as directed

Proficient in the utilization of resources such as but not limited to printed or on-line equipment manuals, operating instructions, troubleshooting guidelines, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, etc., to assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, repair or replace equipment or system components

Strongly encouraged to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to advance from a 1st Class Packaging Mechanic to a Technician Packaging Mechanic. The three-part advancement test to the Technician level consists of 1) Weld test, 2) Written test and 3) Hands-on validation of some advanced troubleshooting skills. Passing grade for all written examinations must be 75% or better

If hired in or transferred in as 1st Class, must be qualified to remain 1st Class within 6 months after date of hire or transfer as 1st Class by passing the 1st Class Packaging Mechanic test. Passing grade for all written examinations must be 75% or better

Failure to pass this test will result in a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 45 days waiting period before re-testing. Failure to pass the second test will result in demotion to a 2nd Class rating and pay scale

One more opportunity to pass the 1st Class test will be given within the remainder of the 18 months of your hire or transfer date as a 1st Class. Failure to pass this test will result in termination or reassignment outside the maintenance department

Prior experience with packaging equipment is a definite advantage. Packaging equipment and systems include but is not limited to graders, shakers, conveyors, scales, baggers, coders, metal detectors, robotics, casing and case sealing equipment, palletizing and auto truck loading equipment

Consistently performs assigned activities that optimizes and sustains equipment operation and reliability to maximize plant production and uptime with very minimal Lead or Management assistance

Must be able to work the scheduled days, shifts, times and overtime required for this position. Must be able to work the scheduled days, shifts, times and overtime required for this position

Is a recognized competent SME (Subject Matter Expert) on a minimum of 2 different pieces of equipment

Maintain 5S standards, (Sort, Set, Systematize, Shine and Sustain). Keep a neat, clean, orderly work area

Competently follows instruction given verbally, in work orders, equipment manuals, etc. Advises Team Leader and Planner of any inaccuracies found in work orders, manuals, schematics, etc., and documents in SAP where applicable

Is competent in the use of SAP to locate equipment and any data in SAP on that equipment such as drawings, schematics, parts, etc., as well as if the part is a stocked item in our plant Stores, the quantity on hand and the bin location. Through the use of SAP, should also be capable of identifying any other plant that would have the item on hand

Is capable and willing to assist Stores personnel, when needed, to identify or locate needed equipment or parts in the secured Stores areas

Provides accurate detailed information to Planner(s) of inaccuracies found in equipment BOM’s or items needing added to equipment BOM’s

Submits Notifications for deficiencies noted during the performance of tasks or through general observation that will improve and sustain reliability

Competently examines parts to identify defects, identify root cause reason for the failure, and to take appropriate corrective action to sustain optimal, reliable and sustainable operation

Complete assigned work in a timely manner. If held over to cover an absence, complete the assigned work of the absent team member. (For example, if covering 4 hours of an 8-hour shift, complete 4 hours of the absent team members assigned work.) Fully accounts for time worked (less breaks) utilizing the CMMS system (SAP)

Is responsible for the competent troubleshooting, replacement and re-wiring of electrical components being replaced. For example, troubleshooting of a motor back to the MCC bucket and verifying that wires are properly torqued, heaters/overloads and fuses are good and if bad replacing them (with the properly rated components), or changing rotation of a motor if required

When troubleshooting or replacing motors, takes, compares and documents the motor amp-draw to the FLA rating of the motor

Has the experience and is knowledgeable enough of the packaging department equipment and systems to optimize operating and troubleshooting procedures

Repair or assist in repairs in other areas of the plant as instructed by the Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Team Leader, Team Leader Production, or Plant Management

Participates in and helps drive DMS (Daily Management System) and other miscellaneous programs as assigned

Must be able to differentiate between stainless steel, mild steel and aluminum materials and possess the knowledge to determine the appropriate applications and correct fabrication and welding process for each

Is competent in bonding materials together utilizing various processes such as but not limited to welding, soldering, bolting, riveting, screwing, clip, caulk, or bond materials together

Cut, weld, repair or install materials and equipment to company specifications using verbal direction, prints, sketches, diagrams, and blueprints

Is competent in the use of hand tools, power tools, and testing or specialty equipment necessary to execute the duties associated with this job. (Test or specialty equipment includes but is not limited to multimeters, meggers, infrared and laser alignment tools.)

Is competent in setting up and operating fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, presses, nibblers and routers to cut, bend, block and form, or straighten materials

Lays out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material to develop or trace patterns of parts or uses templates

Is competent in constructing/repairing foundations for machines. Is proficient in aligning machines and equipment utilizing the proper tools such as but limited to laser alignment and shims

Competent in following established procedures to assist in the coaching of new employees in the safest and proper way to operate and maintain equipment

Demonstrates the knowledge, experience, desire and communication skills to share learnings with fellow employees, salaried team members and outside resources to improve collaboration to improve safety, working relationships, and equipment performance. Sharing of this knowledge may be in the form of one on one or potentially a ‘classroom style’ setting

Qualified to operate Powered Lift Trucks, Scissor Lifts, Man Lifts, Snorkel Lifts and other equipment necessary to facilitate the execution of their various job functions including but not limited to the maintenance, removal, or placement of equipment, and/or the materials, supplies and tools associated with maintenance activities

Qualification

Mechanical aptitudeTroubleshooting skillsPackaging equipment experienceSAP proficiencyElectrical component repairSafety practicesCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; two-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of four years education and related experience and/or training

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos in English

Ability to write accurate information 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

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Must understand and comply with all known posted or generally accepted instructions, procedures, rules, practices, policies or other items covered in the Employee Handbook

Must be able to work the scheduled days, shifts, times and overtime required for this position

Competently performs and documents removal, installation, disassembly, repair, and re-assembly of plant components and equipment as needed to obtain optimal, reliable and sustainable operation

Competently evaluates equipment for performance

Strongly encouraged to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to advance from a 1st Class Packaging Mechanic to a Technician Packaging Mechanic

If hired in or transferred in as 1st Class, must be qualified to remain 1st Class within 6 months after date of hire or transfer as 1st Class by passing the 1st Class Packaging Mechanic test

Failure to pass this test will result in a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 45 days waiting period before re-testing

Prior experience with packaging equipment is a definite advantage

Consistently performs assigned activities that optimizes and sustains equipment operation and reliability to maximize plant production and uptime with very minimal Lead or Management assistance

Is a recognized competent SME (Subject Matter Expert) on a minimum of 2 different pieces of equipment

Is competent in the use of SAP to locate equipment and any data in SAP on that equipment such as drawings, schematics, parts, etc

Is capable and willing to assist Stores personnel, when needed, to identify or locate needed equipment or parts in the secured Stores areas

Competently examines parts to identify defects, identify root cause reason for the failure, and to take appropriate corrective action to sustain optimal, reliable and sustainable operation

Is responsible for the competent troubleshooting, replacement and re-wiring of electrical components being replaced

Has the experience and is knowledgeable enough of the packaging department equipment and systems to optimize operating and troubleshooting procedures

Participates in and helps drive DMS (Daily Management System) and other miscellaneous programs as assigned

Is competent in bonding materials together utilizing various processes such as but not limited to welding, soldering, bolting, riveting, screwing, clip, caulk, or bond materials together

Is competent in the use of hand tools, power tools, and testing or specialty equipment necessary to execute the duties associated with this job

Is competent in setting up and operating fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, presses, nibblers and routers to cut, bend, block and form, or straighten materials

Competent in following established procedures to assist in the coaching of new employees in the safest and proper way to operate and maintain equipment

Qualified to operate Powered Lift Trucks, Scissor Lifts, Man Lifts, Snorkel Lifts and other equipment necessary to facilitate the execution of their various job functions

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

Company

Lamb Weston

Glassdoor3.9

When most people look at a potato, they see just a potato. But when we look at a potato, we see possibilities.

Founded in 1994

Kennewick, Washington, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.lambweston.com/

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