Inside Receiving Operator Trainee

Title: Inside Receiving Operator Trainee

               

Location: Boardman, OR

               

Job Requisition ID: Req-271907

               

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

               

This position is responsible for fluming and sizing of raw product. The Receiving Operator Area Owner operates and adjusts all inside receiving equipment for smooth and productive operations; monitors product sizing, lineflow and waste; corrects problems which affect quality and production costs and makes line changes as directed by the Production Lead or Team Leader. This position is responsible for evaluating work processes to determine strategies and programs which provide greater productivity and efficiency of company functions by performing the following duties.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities: 

Be responsible for proper handling of raw product throughout the receiving area. 

Inventory volumes of raw product. 

Operates equipment and makes adjustments as needed. 

Maintain even line flow. 

Monitors and maintains product quality and attributes. 

Communicates with other personnel:  line status, quality, and other problems.  

Must understand function and hazards of various cleaning chemicals, and must be able to perform various product testing procedures.  

Works independently. 

Shovels product spills. 

Completes production forms as required. 

Enters information into the computer and utilizes process control equipment to control product flow. 

Monitors in-line magnets. Performs required magnet checks on receiving equipment after truck unloading. 

Maintains water quality by cleaning strainers. 

Sanitations of area; May be required to move totes using forklift. 

Breaking of Outside Receiving Operator, or other positions as directed. 

Performs weekend cleanup as assigned. 

May be required to use a 2 way radio. 

Uses a computer touch screen to monitor and control equipment. 

Wears required PPE. 

Actively participate in AMD activities.  

Perform any other duties as assigned.  

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Position Requirements:  

Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred) 

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred  
• Lock-out/Tag-out, Forklift, and Sanitation certification are required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements.  

Skills and Experience:  

• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral. (Requirement may vary by location 
• Must be able to be qualified within time frames established by facility.   
• Ability to perform basic math functions, required.   
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs.  

Physical Environment/Demands: 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.   
• Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature 
• Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours per work day to include:  loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies   
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures.   
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.   
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.  Ability to operate work related equipment 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Freezer Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Plant Operation 
• May have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products 
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws.  The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location. 

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: 11/06/2026

               

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: $25.98

               

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