Mechanic I Processing

Title: Mechanic I Processing

Location: Warden, 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

The Wet End Mechanic is a primary member of a team, which includes a Planner, Packaging Mechanics, Electricians, Process Control Technicians and Refrigeration/Boiler Mechanics, Area Supervisors and a Maintenance Manager. This position reports primarily to the Wet End Process Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Team Leader and the Shift Manager on shift.

The Warden Facility produce food service French fries, shredded and southern style hash browns and specialty products.

The individual in this position will learn to be able to disassemble, overhaul, and reassemble equipment, including rebuilding and modifying equipment in all areas of their responsibility under the supervision of the Wet End Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Lead, Wet End Mechanics and other qualified maintenance personnel. Also, the individual must be able to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair mechanical problems on all equipment and capable of recognizing malfunctions.

The individual in this position will accomplish these tasks by utilizing a team concept, through working with team members and following directions and instructions from a team leader, supervisor or other qualified personnel. Work relationships and communication are key ingredients to the success of the individual holding this position. He/she must be able to attend all scheduled training, which may require travel.

The individual in this position must establish and maintain open communication and productive working relationships with the Team Members, Maintenance Team Leaders, other Shift Support Personnel and the Shift Manager.

The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of all process equipment in the wet end area and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates. It is imperative the wet end mechanic conducts him/herself in a manner that ensures alertness and constant awareness of the safe operation of equipment and its surroundings.

Overtime requirements in this position are common and may be required to meet operational goals. The nature of this work requires that lunch and rest break schedules for this position be adjusted to fit the activities of the team and processing line. This position includes work both inside and outside the facility.

Job Description

• Ensures the capability of efficient operation of all equipment in the process areas by using preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, overhauling and repairing equipment to achieve operational goals.

• Ensures unscheduled downtime and equipment repair is prioritized according to Plant needs by determining the impact to loss of production and/or safety issues.

• Assist with line calls on shift, and complete work orders as assigned and inform maintenance supervisor or maintenance team leader of additional work needed. Ensures that spare parts are available for plant systems and requests parts as needed.

• Ensures no injury to self or to others by following safe work practices and policies.

• Ensures all maintenance documents are completed in an accurate and timely manner.

• Accurately fills out and maintains the daily log.

• Maintains work area in a clean and functional condition. Maintain all tools and equipment not in use in their assigned locations.

• Under the supervision and direction of the maintenance supervisor, and other qualified maintenance personnel, install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain plant equipment.

Performs ARC, MIG, TIG and Acetylene cutting and welding in a safe and correct manner when repairing and fabricating equipment.

Ensures self-compliance with Company policies and procedures.

Ensures attendance and participation in training activities appropriate to the position and to incorporate acquired skills and knowledge. 

Conducts self in a professional manner and ensures confidentiality regarding sensitive issues and ensures personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job function while representing the company.

Ensures that all work related activities within the facility are accomplished through methods which promote safety to employees and which minimize potential impact to the community environment in which we live.

Ensure that additional accountabilities as may be required by management be handled in a manner necessary to meet Operational Division Standards and Objectives.

Performs assigned responsibilities during Plant evacuation or other emergency situations.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be able to effectively and accurately read, process and complete work orders, obtain materials from supply and gather information from operator’s manuals.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions, plant, equipment and manufacturers’ manuals, Material Safety Data Sheets, instructional manuals, blueprints, layouts and engineering drawings. 
• Must possess basic writing skills for recording pertinent information on daily logs, preventative maintenance forms, work orders and purchase request forms.
• Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, fractions and multiplication) to perform measurements, fabrication, timing, conveyor belt speeds and gear ratios on equipment.
• Must be able to use measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, gauges, calipers, grease guns, etc.  Ability to operate valves, keyboards, equipment and other controls.
• Must be able to use written logbooks, plant computer system, maintenance work order and supply system.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills, such as basic word processing and e-mail.
• Must be able to communicate orally with team leaders, operators, mechanics, supervisors, managers and peers in a professional manner.
• Must be able to communicate emergency information using correct procedures and terminology.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, have considerable manual dexterity with both hands and possess good hand-eye coordination.
• Must be able to work under extreme conditions such as hot and cold air, wet environments, hot and cold water, hot oil, and slick floors; inside and outside the Plant.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, catwalks, work in confined areas, maneuver in close quarters and heights.
• Must be able to furnish own basic hand tools, as needed.
• Must be able to operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and pickup trucks, which includes a valid Washington State driver’s license and all required certification.
• Must have basic knowledge of welding (ARC, MIG, TIG) and welding safety practices.
• Must have knowledge of pumps and pneumatic systems.
• Must have knowledge of basic shop safety practices.
• Must be able to use personal protective equipment, such as safety harnesses, and abide by GMP rules.
• Must be able to work within a team.
• Must be able to follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision.

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-258172

Time Type: Full time

Anticipated Close Date: 08/21/2025

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: $30.31

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