B&R Technician I

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Requisition Number: Req-257631

Position Title:

External Description: Title: B&R Technician I

               

Location: Richland, WA

               

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, 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 properly operates Industrial Boiler and Refrigeration systems as well as performs repairs and maintenance on that equipment in the plant or office facilities, or on machines and other related equipment. Typically performs work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication, and welding. Conducts routine, periodic or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Uses hand and power tools. Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs machines and equipment. 

Job Description

  •  Demonstrates proper use of power tools (tool room provided). Use of drills, impacts, grinders, tachometers, calipers, Hilti drills, strobe light, pipe threader, also including proper use of all hand tools required by provided list. 

  •  Demonstrates proper housekeeping continuously to insure safe and clean conditions in all areas of his/her responsibilities.  Including locker/tool box.   

  •   Demonstrates and complies with all Lockout/Tag out Policy and procedures. 

  •   Acquires within 60 shifts of job assignment, ownership of the proper tools for the job. List provided by B&R maintenance lead. 

  •   Identifies and explains potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed. 

  •   Basic SAP skills (log in to check daily work). 

  •   Demonstrates basic knowledge of mild steel welding with Mig, Arc.   Possess good mathematical skills. 

  •   Basic understanding of the PSM program. 

  •   Maintains accurate operator logs specific to B&R.   Ability to lubricate B&R equipment as per PM’s.   

  •   Demonstrate basic understanding of flow of a mechanical refrigeration system. 

  •   Demonstrate basic understanding of flow of Boiler feed water and steam flow as well as condensate return. 

  •   Proper oil draining procedures from vessels. 

  • Can demonstrate ability to charge oil to ammonia pumps/screw compressors. 

  • Ability to change oil filters on Ammonia screw compressors. 

  • Correct freeze issues and adjust tunnel to desired temperatures. 

  • Know all normal system operator parameters for Ammonia systems.

  • Must have the ability to communicate verbally and written with Supervisory personnel and co-workers. 

  • Completed the Richland Maintenance new hire workbook. 

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • 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. 

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

  • Two years’ experience in maintenance field; one year experience as a B&R Tech/Operator. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical and procedure manuals, and other instructional materials. 

  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

  • Ability to speak and communicate with other employees of the organization.  Must read, write and communicate in English. 

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

  • Proficient in math to the level of algebraic equations. 

 

REASONING ABILITY:

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 

  • Ability to deal with problems involving several variables and resolve in a logical manner. 

 

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

  • Must have good typing skills. 

  • Must have knowledge of maintenance and mechanical terminology. 

  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows environment and Microsoft Office software. 

  • In addition to the above outlined criteria for advancements the team member must demonstrate leadership skills, knowledge of Plant processes pertaining to work area and be an active participant in Plant programs to ensure the Lamb Weston values are maintained.  

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  •  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 

  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. 

  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. 

  • The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate. 

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.

               

Job Requisition ID: Req-257631

               

Time Type: Full time

               

Anticipated Close Date: 06/15/2025

               

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 of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $30.83

               

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

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Company Profile:

Lamb Weston is a leading supplier of frozen potato, sweet potato, appetizer and vegetable products to restaurants and retailers around the world.

For more than 60 years, Lamb Weston has led the industry in innovation, introducing inventive products that simplify back-of-house management for our customer and make things more delicious for their customers.

It’s all about seeing the possibilities in potatoes and never, ever settling.

Learn more about us at lambweston.com.

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