Operator Receiving Utility

About the role

This position is responsible for fluming and sizing of raw product for Richland Plant (all product lines inclusive). The Inside Receiving Operator operates and adjusts all inside receiving equipment for smooth and productive operations; monitors product sizing, line flow and waste; corrects problems which affect quality and production costs and makes line changes as directed by the Production Lead or Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Be actively involved in safety, participate in safety programs, engage in safety activities, perform risk assessments and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members.
• Be responsible for proper handling of raw products throughout the receiving area.
• Inventory volumes of raw products.
• Operate equipment and make adjustments as needed.
• Maintain even line flow.
• Monitor and maintain product quality and attributes.
• Communicate with other personnel: line status, quality, and other problems.
• Understand the function and hazards of various cleaning chemicals and perform various product testing procedures.
• Work independently.
• Shovel product spills.
• Complete production forms as required.
• Enter information into the computer and utilize process control equipment to control product flow.
• Maintain water quality by cleaning strainers.
• Sanitize area; May be required to move totes using forklift.
• BREAKING OF OUTSIDE RECEIVING OPERATOR, OR OTHER POSITIONS AS DIRECTED.
• Perform weekend cleanup as assigned.
• May be required to use a 2-way radio.
• Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's.
• Wear the required PPE.
• Actively participate in AMD activities.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by a Team Leader.

Requirements

• Sanitation qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained.
• Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained.
• Forklift Certification is required. If not, employees must meet requirements to become forklift certified.
• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.
• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead.

Qualifications & Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job. To successfully perform this job an individual must:

• Sanitation qualification is required.
• Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required.
• Forklift Certification is required.
• Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed.
• Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Pay Transparency

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

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.

Pay Transparency

Pay Rate or Range: $25,19

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.