About this role
Location: Richland, WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-259814
Time Type: Full time
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
This position is responsible for monitoring the delivery of potatoes into the plant.
Job Description
Individuals in this position must:
Participate in the safety engagement process. This includes giving I Care huddles, conducting area assessments, and addressing all safety concerns with the Production Team Lead.
Check bays to determine how full they are of the product.
Assist the incoming trucks into the proper bay area to unload.
Perform a thorough inspection of the belts to make sure they are working properly
Eliminate plug-ups and ensure there is no overflow.
Monitor the unloading of the product and ensure 100% of product at all times.
Ensure there is no foreign material going into the line
Must take samples of the product at the beginning/middle/end of unloading the for WSDA and Lamb Weston Richland QA
Clean work area to reduce mess which may include shoveling, sweeping, etc.
Must have experience using computers
Must be familiar with all equipment in the receiving area.
Other duties may be assigned
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job. To successfully perform this job and individual must:
Must be sanitation qualified
Must be forklift certified. If not, must meet requirements to become forklift certified.
Must be Lock/Out-Tag/Out qualified
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Skills
Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situation and other employees of the organization.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. The employee:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.
The employee is frequently exposed to dust
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Will frequently be exposed to hot/cold weather conditions
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: 02/21/2026
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: $24.36
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
Other facts
About Lamb Weston
When most people look at a potato, they see just a potato. But when we look at a potato, we see possibilities. Lamb Weston is a global leader in the frozen potato industry, making french fries and other potato products served at restaurants and sold in grocery stores around the world.
For more than 70 years, Lamb Weston has led the industry in innovation, introducing inventive products that simplify back-of-house management for our customer and make things more delicious for their customers.
Lamb Weston is headquartered in Eagle, Idaho, with manufacturing operations focused in the Pacific Northwest, primarily in the world’s best potato-growing region, the Columbia River Basin. We employ more than 8,000 potato experts around the world in sales offices, manufacturing plants, and corporate offices.
What you'll do
- The Receiving Utility Operator is responsible for monitoring the delivery of potatoes into the plant and ensuring the unloading process is efficient and safe. This includes checking bays, assisting trucks, inspecting equipment, and maintaining cleanliness.
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