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Lamb Weston · 1 day ago

Operator Packaging Machine Trainee

Pasco, WA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$20.61/hr - $20.61/hr

0+ years exp

Lamb Weston is a leading manufacturer in the food industry, known for its innovative approach and commitment to quality. The Operator Packaging Machine Trainee will perform packaging procedures to fulfill daily production plans, working closely with team leads and technicians to ensure efficient product flow in the packaging area.

Hospitality

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the production lead, Team Leader, or Packaging Technician, package finished product to specification

Duties include hooking up, filling, and labeling supersacks in a centered position on each pallet so they correctly pass through a sizing curtain before being stored

Coordinate with other Packers and Packaging Technicians to ensure the efficient performance of the packaging process

Sanitation duties as required, to maintain a clean and safe work area and environment at all times

Comply with all safety regulations and follows Good Manufacturing Practices

Reports all accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to Team Leader

Maintains any logs as required

Safely use heavy material handling equipment such as fillers or electric pallet jacks

Load slip sheets into packaging equipment

Perform other duties as they are assigned

Qualification

Manufacturing experienceBasic mathematical skillsHuman Machine InterfaceSafety regulations complianceEffective communication

Required

High School diploma or equivalent; or up to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Basic mathematical skills. (Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals.)

Ability to retrieve data from a computer HMI (Human Machine Interface)

Ability to multitask; operate two fillers simultaneously

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to effectively communicate clearly in English commensurate with the requirements of this position

While performing the duties of this job, the packaging operator must be able to stand for extended time periods, occasionally climb on ladders or other elevated structures. Frequent above the shoulder work, bending, kneeling, twisting and reaching

Occasional pushing and pulling of filled supersacks using approximately 50 pounds of force

Occasionally tandem lift up to 80 pounds

Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Ability to occasionally perform job duties in dusty conditions, with possible exposure to airborne particles that may cause minor skin and eye irritation (see MSDS)

Ability to work safely in close proximity to moving mechanical parts and forklifts

Able to occasionally work in high precarious places

Personal hygiene must meet company and government sanitation requirements. Incumbents must abide by safety rules as outlined in the Employee Handbook

Preferred

Experience in a manufacturing environment, especially food production, is helpful

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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