Title: Mechanic I Packaging Location: Pasco, WA About Lamb Weston We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them Since the 1950s, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000 team members around the world, it’s our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people. We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment. Exactly what you’d expect from the most inventive potato company in the world Join Lamb Weston We bring the world together with our fries. Job Description Summary JOB FUNCTION This position will have the responsibility of performing routine preventative maintenance and unplanned repairs while supporting the operations of the production/packaging, diagnosing equipment problems, rebuilding, replacing, and setting up equipment, using equipment repair manuals, and assisting in the training of operators in equipment operation and basic care. The position will be located in Packaging, Bulkroom, Freezer and ATL of the facility. On occasion, the position could be called on to support maintenance tasks in other areas or departments of the plant. This position may be required to work any shift and/or all days of the week in accordance with operational and the plant needs. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following: Other duties may be assigned. Routine Maintenance Duties Able to perform maintenance work, repair, and adjustment of equipment; change and replace belts, pulleys, sprockets, bearings, chains, motors and general maintenance on other specialty equipment unique to packaging. Able to diagnose and repair problems with valves, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. Able to read operating instructions and maintenance manuals to perform repairs. Able to update CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) with status and details of work order results daily. Able to maintain organized workspaces, tools, support 5S, centerlining, and documentation. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to perform simple plumbing tasks. Ability to use hoists and rigging equipment safely. Ability to obtain certification for forklift, knuckle boom and manlift. Ability to diagnose/repair electrical issues. Knowledge of equipment typical to waste packaging, screening shakers, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps in application to hydraulics, hydraulics and pneumatics for opening, closing, and controlling equipment. Ability to properly use and read a VOA meter and megger. Ability to successfully utilize computer systems and processes that support effective work planning. Attention to detail and pride in workmanship. Ability to stay self-motivated manage workload to meet deadlines. History of working safely including both, those new to the company and current LW employees. Ability to recognize and mitigate risk to achieve safe outcomes. Ability to acquire and maintain tools on Mech II tools list within 7 days in the role. Ability to meet LW requirements to operate a company vehicle. Ability to differentiate AC/DC Motors and Controls. Ability to operate, troubleshoot and make minor/major adjustments to all packaging equipment so as to perform proper functionality. Ability to electrically/mechanically diagnose and repair all packaging equipment. Understanding basics of PLC controls. Membership and participation in the confined space rescue response team is required. Cooperation, attendance, dependability, and initiative shall be considered in the overall evaluation of the individual, but no one item shall be used to deny qualification unless the item in question is consistently unsatisfactory. Cooperation is a willingness to assist and cooperate with all departments and all personnel when called upon. It includes always being open to assist anyone who needs help. Dependability is to consistently execute work plans to achieve desirable outcomes. Initiative shall be defined as one who is a self-starter and does not require constant supervision to practice good work habits. SKILLS DEMONSTRATION Skills demonstration will assess candidate’s ability to read and comprehend equipment repair manuals, and ability to use and get certified in using shop power tools. SAFETY Must have a complete knowledge as well as demonstrate plant safety rules including but not limited to the lockout-tagout procedure, confined space entry, chemical hazards, and the hearing conservation program. While performing task is expected to identify risk to themselves and others and modify task to mitigate these risks to ensure a safe outcome. Is expected to properly use PPE as it relates to maintenance tasks and operating specialized maintenance tools and equipment. Must have good personal hygiene and be able to practice safe work habits. Basic & Preferred Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. An individual must be able to successfully pass electrical/arcflash certification course. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Mechanical aptitude and experience in industrial maintenance is preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety documents and processes, operating and maintenance instructions or work orders, technical and procedural manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondences. Ability to communicate effectively with peers and Team Leaders alike. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Must be proficient in basic mathematical calculations addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The team member frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member is occasionally required to talk or hear and taste or smell. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The team member occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level around equipment is usually loud. Hearing protection is required and provided by the company. 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-255925 Time Type: Full time Anticipated Close Date: 11/15/2024 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: $31.44 - $32.44 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. J-18808-Ljbffr
