Processing Operator Trainee

About the role

• Title: Processing Operator Trainee
• Location: Boardman, OR
• Job Requisition ID: Req-271640
• Time Type: Full time

Job Description Summary

The processing operator operates and adjusts all process equipment for smooth and productive operations; monitors lineflow and waste; corrects problems which affect quality and production costs; and makes line changes as directed by the production lead or team leader.

About the role

Include the following. (Other duties may be assigned)

• Maintains safe work practices at all times and participates in safety programs.
• Changes water knives as needed.
• Performs waste evaluations and changes grader screens as needed.
• Operates equipment and makes adjustments as needed.
• Maintains even lineflow.
• Monitors and maintains product quality and attributes.
• Communicates with other personnel: line status, quality, and other problems.
• Must understand function and hazards of various cleaning chemicals, and must be able to perform various product testing procedures.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Shoveling product spills.
• Completes production forms as required.
• Enters checks into computer.

Other Job Functions

• Sanitation of area.
• Breaking of other areas.
• Performs weekend cleanup as assigned.
• Performs and participates in AMD drumbeats

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of plant operations and experience working around equipment is preferred.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
• Ability to write accurate information on simple forms in English.
• Ability to effectively present or listen to information in one-on-one and small group situations with all other employees of the organization in English

Mathematical Skills

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 percentages.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Tools and equipment used are as follows: high pressure hoses, shovels, squeegee, hammer, and hazardous chemicals.

Work Environment

• Most job functions are performed inside the peeler, preheater and cutter areas.
• Constantly working on wet, slippery floors.
• At times, the temperature will rise to 100 degrees or over, high humidity, and lots of equipment vibration and noise.

Qualification Period

Not to exceed 60 shifts worked.

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: 10/02/2026

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: $26.35