Operator Packaging Machine Trainee

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Requisition Number: Req-270976

Position Title:

External Description: Title: Operator Packaging Machine Trainee

               

Location: Boardman, OR

               

Job Requisition ID: Req-270976

               

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

               

Under the direction of the team leader, the packaging operator is responsible to operate, monitor and adjust the packaging equipment in a manner consistent with production needs and quality standards.

Job Description

Include the following, (other duties may be assigned):

  

Maintains safe work practices at all times and participates in safety programs. 

Monitors line-flow rates: 

  • Regular checks for proper feed of product through baggers for maximum efficiency. 
  • Monitors and adjusts vibrators to gain optimum bagger performance.  Includes                 continuous scraping to allow for optimum product level.  

Orders packaging material (paper, poly, carton) from storage as needed.    


Monitors bagger operation: 

  • Ensures by regular checks that baggers are being fed with enough product to run efficiently.  Notifies team leaders of problems. 
  • Checks bag weights and adjusts to meet Q.A. standards. 
  • Changes tape and wires on jaws. 
  • Changes paper and poly rolls. 
  • Checks poly codes with Q.A. and continuously monitors for accuracy. 

Monitors dyna-pack operation: 

a.  Adjusts for different fiber. 

b.  Adjusts chair. 

c.  Supplies COPs with fiber. 

d.  Adjusts bag settlers as needed to minimize breakage. 


Monitors case settler operation: 

a.  Adjusts for different fiber. 

b.  Monitors headspace on cases and adjusts settings accordingly (compression, time and height). 


Monitors case sealer operation: 

a.  Adjust for different fiber. 

b.  Monitors and adjusts glue patterns. 

c.  Changes glue heads as needed.  

d.  Ensures proper sanitation and operation (changes or scrapes glue head and housing continuously).

 

Monitors Ink-jet coder: 

a.  Programs proper code statement. 

b.  Adjusts for optimum code placement and clarity on case. 

 

Monitors line sanitation: 

a.  Keeps baggers clean of crumbs. 

b.  Cleans take-away belts. 

c.  Keeps floors clean of debris. 

d.  Cleans run-around system. 

e.  Insures all of packaging is clean and food safe. 

 

Ensures proper container sizing.   

Records packaging machinery efficiencies, downtime and fills out reports accurately and correctly.  

Responsible for insuring complete package quality of product taking regular checks of weights, seals, codes, glue patterns, etc.. 

Complete CIL’s and Centerlines 

Participates in AMD Drumbeats 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  This includes regular activities which are not listed under Essential Duties And Responsibilities.  Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor.  

Troubleshoots equipment operation: 

  • Able to identify mechanical and electrical equipment problems and take action by notifying proper personnel. 

b.  Operates equipment with minimum waste. 
 

Reworks product in an expeditious manner reusing fiber when appropriate. 

Gives other employees breaks as directed by the team leader 

Instructs packaging laborers, general laborers and temporary employees where and how to work to insure efficient operation of the packaging room as directed by the team leader. 

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications: X degree in X required 

  • 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).  

  • Experience driving forklift in warehouse or manufacturing establishment preferred.   

  • 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: 07/16/2026

               

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: $26.75

               

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

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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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