Prep Maintenance III
Location: Quincy, WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-270965
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
In the plant this position is responsible for repair and maintenance of all equipment plant wide and for performing maintenance functions throughout the plant as assigned or directed by supervisory personnel while working under direct supervision.
Job Description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Performing regular assigned checks.
· Keeping logs up to date.
· Equipment repair and overhaul.
· Actively practices and abides by all Company work, safety and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
· May be required to work any shift, any and all days of the week, or overtime in accordance with production and maintenance schedules.
· Short term assignment to a night shift may be required to get special training or to meet mechanical requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
·Must be able to lift, push and pull heavy items.
· Ability to lift 50 pounds six feet above the ground.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Will work in all areas of the plant, both inside and outside during any and all-weather conditions.
· Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts, around electrical equipment and open circuits.
· May work on wet, icy, greasy floors.
· Is occasionally exposed to humid conditions as well as extreme hot and cold environments.
· May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.
· Will regularly work in a work environment in which the noise level is usually high.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
· Set-up and weld mild steel in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions with ARC welder.
· Properly use all basic hand tools, power hand tools, and shop tools (not to include machine tools).
· Set-up, weld, and cut with oxy-acetylene.
· Do basic plumbing runs and repairs.
· Be knowledgeable of basic mechanical nomenclature.
· Do basic sheet metal layout and fabrication.
· Have the ability and willingness to follow instructions.
· Be knowledgeable of proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
· Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being done.
· The proper use of Lockouts, safety procedures, and constant awareness of safety.
· Has completed a forklift training program.
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
· Be able to weld, chip, grind and use all power tools safely at different heights on scaffolds, ladders and safety cages.
· Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English.
· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
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: 07/17/2026
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: $27.42
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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