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Lead Maintenance 12HR Dayshift

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Hermiston, OR, USA (Plant)
Additional locations: None
Job Posted: 06/22/2026
Req-271049
Category: Production Hourly
Title: Lead Maintenance 12HR Dayshift

Location: Hermiston, OR

Job Requisition ID: Req-271049

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 person will have the responsibility of leading the maintenance personnel on shift, ensuring their team is performing safe and proper repairs. This person will work closely with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) reviewing and creating work orders and notifications.

Must meet all qualifications and expectations of a level I, II, and III Mechanic.

This includes being a resource for off-shift inquiries. Furthermore, this position may require working on off shifts and/or days off.

Job Description

  • Work closely with plant management, shift supervision,purchasingdepartment, maintenancepersonneland partsroompeople.

  • Attend daily R&R meetings.

  • Coordinate and lead the DRA review on assignedshift.

  • Ensurecompletionofscheduledwork orders with direct accountability forworkedshift.

  • Assistwith planning of PM’s and scheduled equipment repairs.

  • Create work requests for work to be scheduled.

  • Troubleshoot failures todeterminerootcause ofproblem.

  • Account and report for Emergency work completed.

  • Ensure safety requirements are followed by team members.

  • Audit completed work orders forproper documentation, feedback on changes, revisions, or suggestions, and thoroughness of completed work.

  • Work closely with the Team Lead Maintenance,Team Lead Area Production, andVelocityMaintenance Lead to coordinate daily activities. 

  • Be able toclearly communicatejob plans,timelines, and criticality of equipment and provide needed information to TLP and TLAP to make correctdecisionconcerning the operation of the line.

  • Complete daily report of activities.

  • Review reports todetermineeffectiveness ofshift.

  • Document performance or behavior infractions for shift personnel.

  • Assist Maintenance Supervisor with essential duties and responsibilities.

  • Assistin order of parts to ensure correct items areprocured.

  • Other duties as assigned by Team LeadMaintenance.

  • Supply training and training opportunities when available.

  • Must be able to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members across all levels.

  • Must be able todemonstrateconsistent positive leadership with subordinates,supervisors, and managers throughout the plant.

  • Activelyparticipatein Company Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice Programs.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications:(Required & Preferred)

  • High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Must read, write, and communicate in English.

Skills andExperience: 

  • Minimum of two years of plant maintenance experience. 

  • Must be able to communicate,comprehend, and follow instructions in English (both written and oral)

  • Twoyears related experience infood processing plant maintenance.

  • Must be proficient in mathematical calculation to the level used in Maintenance Mathematics. I.E. Fraction, Rations, Area, Circumferences, Tangents…

  • Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructionsfurnishedin written, oral, and ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

  • Possess a strong work ethic and lead by example.

  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructionsfurnishedin written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

  • Musthave basic computer skills.

  • Be knowledgeable of mechanical nomenclature.

  • Be knowledgeable in shakers and conveyors.

  • Must haveadvancedelectronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

  • Thorough understandingof plant operations and mechanical equipment

  • Must be able to complete work assignmentswith little to no supervision.

  • Thoroughknowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and rebuilding of components

  • Properly useall basic hand tools, power hand tools, and shop tools

  • Proficient atweldingmild, stainlesssteel,andaluminumin horizontal, vertical, and overheadpositions with SMAW, MIG&TIG welders.

  • Proficient withoxyacetyleneand plasma cutter.

  • Set-up and proper use of Pan and Box Break

  • Set-up and proper use of Metal Lathe and Mill

  • Knowledge ofadvancedplumbing runs and repairs.

  • Knowledge oftearing down and rebuilding centrifugal pumps and gearboxes.

  • Knowledge ofadvanced sheet metal layout, design, and fabrication.

  • Layout projects, define labor and material needed and implement. 

  • Have advanced knowledge of all equipment operation, set-up, and repair within the facility.

  • Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task.

  • Must be able to fill in for Maintenance Lead in their absence.

  • Must be able tooperatea forklift and man lift in a safe manner. Requires plant certification.

  • Must attend confined space training (attendant, entrant,rescuerand D2000trainthetrainer)and will be a confined space rescue team member.  

  • Will be a Respirator User and is responsibleto meetthe qualifications requirements of the Lamb Weston Respiratory Protection Program for the use of Respiratory Protection Equipment (current medical, fit testing, and training).

  • Will be an Emergency Response Team Member (Hazardous Materials Technician) and will be responsibleto meetthe qualification requirements per 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (current medical and training).

  • Must be clean shaven when the Emergency Response Team is activated for an emergency response or responding to emergencies, using an on-siteshavekit to use a tight-fitting facepiece. Must be clean shave for the annual respirator fit test. Mustaches and sideburns arepermitted, only if they do not extend into the sealing periphery or interfere with the valve functions of the respirator.

Knowledge of tools

The following equipment and/or tools are used in performing the duties of this position and must be usedin accordance withestablished safe practices and procedures:

  • Hand tools

  • Power Activatedtools

  • Stick arc welder

  • MIG welder

  • TIG welder

  • Oxy-acetylene torch equipment

  • Metal Lathe and Mill

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee willencounterwhile performing the functions of this job. The employee:

  • Will work in all areas of the plant, both inside and outside during any and all-weather conditions.

  • Willregularly worknear moving mechanical parts, around electricalequipment,and open circuits.

  • May work on wet, muddy, icy, or greasy floors.

  • Is exposed tohot andhumid conditions as well as coldand breezyenvironments ranging fromsubzerotoover130° F.

  • May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.

  • Willregularly workin an environment in which the noise level isusually high.

Physical Environment/Demands:

  • Ability tolift upto50pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.  

  • Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hottocold in temperature.

  • Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movementsrequiredforjob actions andprocedures

  • Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment

  • Requires manual dexterity, overallcoordination,and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.Ability tooperatework relatedequipment.

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

  • Employeesmust be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonableaccommodationwill bemadeto enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

  • Position requires the ability to sit up to 30% of the day for required meetings and PC work.

  • Valid Driver’s License and driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards

  • Exposure to manufacturing environments: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, humidity,oils,smellsand allergens.

  • 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.

  • Mayhave to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products.

  • Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis.

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: 07/22/2026

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: $43,72

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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