Process Relief Operator Trainee - N1

Title: Process Relief Operator Trainee - N1

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 Relief Process Operator will be trained and qualified to cover multiple operator positions on shift, including Peeler, ADR, and Cutter. This is not a backup position; it is a permanent position that will cover various areas based on daily need. In addition to covering various operational areas of the plant, the Relief Operator will be involved in Lamb Weston VeLOCity activities and will be responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of continuous improvement programs and tools, and for conducting health checks on current installations. Examples of activities include: 5S, Area Ownership, CILs/Centerlines, AMD & Daily Schedule Control (DSC).

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities in the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Actively be engaged in safety, participate in daily risk assessments, safety activities, and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members.
• Actively practice and abide by all company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Report all incidents, near misses, and any safety concerns immediately to Lead/Team Leader.
• Be an active participant in LOC/Continuous Improvement activities and teams.
• Ensure all standard work is completed for assigned area for the day.
• Document and communicate necessary raw changes to Lead/Team Leader.
• Setup, adjust, and monitor sizing, peeling, defect removal and frying equipment.
• Setup, monitor and adjust equipment to meet quality standards (AQL).
• Perform sanitation work as necessary to include general cleaning and organization of area working in.
•  Perform major cleanup activities as assigned.
• Effectively communicate with Leads, Team Leaders, Mechanics, and other Team Members, information regarding changes in product and line changes, equipment issues, and all other pertinent information.
• Complete all necessary certifications as assigned for the Process Operator positions; may include confined space, fire watch, forklift, and pallet truck.
• Follow all lock out/tag out procedures for assigned work area and complete annual validation.
• Actively participate in Daily Schedule Control (DSC) meetings with your area team.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or the equivalent is required.

Experience desired but not required.

Language Skills

Must be able to communicate well both in written and oral form.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide using a calculator.

Computer Skills

Must have a working knowledge of basic computer skills.

Physical Demands

Must walk on a level concrete surface where water is frequently used to rinse equipment. Slick areas exist due to the presence of potato matter, starch, and grease.  However, to reach some areas within the plant, the team member must climb stairs and/or ladders, use man lifts and walk on cat walks.

Must have good eye-hand coordination.

Must have normal finger dexterity and range of motion.

Is required to reach with his/her hands and arms repetitively.

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds on frequent basis.

Must be able to push and pull heavy items on occasion.

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

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-258210

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: $23.33

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