Process Quality Tech

Title: Process Quality Tech


Location: Boardman, OR


Job Requisition ID: Req-260619


Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You've probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, 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

Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by grading product using procedures and specifications. Records and informs the appropriate personnel of the product quality being processed as required.

Job Description

Maintains safe work practices at all times and participates in safety programs.

This position requires the ability to perform a set of functions established for each of several work stations on a routine basis. Responsibilities include collecting data and recording accurately on Q.A. forms (data input into computer) and reporting any irregularities of product exceeding established limits to the appropriate personnel in accordance with instructions of the Team Leader Quality.

Uses approved procedures to sample and evaluate product for the following attributes: length; defects; color; texture; solids; packaging waste; case weights; case integrity; product temperatures; additive levels; uses approved procedures for upstream color and additive control; and performs weekend cleanup as required.

Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and tests products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics.

Records test data, applying statistical quality control procedures.

Evaluates data to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.

Recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

Prepares graphs or charts of data or enters data into computer for analysis.

Tools and equipment used are as follows:

Fryers Agtron Calipers Blender

Ovens Thermometer Grinder Scales

Microwaves PH meter Timer Stopwatch

Dicromats Magnetic stirrer Stirring bar Graduated- cylinders


Length grader Graduated burette Computer


Graduated beakers Medicine dropper Plastic squeeze bottle


Basic & Preferred Qualifications

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on a twelve hour workday.


S - Seldom 1% to 10% O - Occasional 10% to 30%


F - Frequent 30% to 70% C - Constant Over 70%


PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTE HOW OFTEN DESCRIPTION OF THE PHYSICAL


(Use S, O, F or ATTRIBUTE USED. Includes weight C from above.) lifted, reach, distance and percent of time.


VISION


C


100% - Must have good visual acuity and normal color perception.


COMMUNICATION


*talk, listen, hear, read


C


100% - Must be able to read, listen to, and effectively communicate information to other plant personnel.


STRENGTH


O


30% - Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.


STAND


C


90% - Standing for long periods of time at work station.


WALK


F


50% - Walking from work station to collection point and back to work station.


SIT


S


10% - While doing daily paperwork.


KNEEL


S


1% - While opening cases.


CRAWL


S


Less than 1%.


SHOVEL


S


Less than 1%.


STAIRS


O


20% - Climb stairs for case checks


HIGH CATWALKS


S


Less than 10%


LADDERS


S


Less than 1%.


CLIMB/BALANCE


S


Less than 1%.


STOOP/BEND


*bend at waist


*bend at knees


*squat


S


5% - While gathering samples and checking cases.


REACHING


*below knees, knees to shoulder, above shoulder


F


50% - Knees to shoulders - reaching for cases


PUSH/PULL


ie. broom or tote


S


5% - While cleaning the labs.


FINE FINGER


MANIPULATION


ie. sorting fries or using screw driver


F


70% - Sorting fries at defect stations and color and texture. Data input into computer.


HANDLING/


GRASPING


*power grasp


S


10% - While opening or carrying cases.


REPETITIVE TASKS


*back, shoulders, arms, hand, wrist, fingers


O


20% - Writing or filling out forms.


STAMINA (Physical exertion for a long period of time)


NA


Must be constantly moving or standing at relatively low exertion level, however; movement must be maintained for usually 7 hours per day. At times must lift or move cases up to 40 pounds, but not for long periods of time.


FOOT CONTROL


F


50% - Must be able to walk on wet floors that may have product and oil on them.


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.


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 percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.


REASONING ABILITY:


Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:


Must be able to operate all equipment and tools used in the lab.


Must have knowledge of and follow plant safety, personal hygiene, and GMP rules.


Must be able to complete forms in an accurate and legible manner.


Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time.


Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds in a safe manner.


Must be able to work with or around lab chemicals and industrial cleaning chemicals used in the plant.


Must be able to demonstrate proper use of a telephone.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 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 collecting samples you must be able to walk on wet, slippery floors, ascend/descend stairs, and have a high tolerance for noise, vibration, and extreme hot and cold temperatures.


QUALIFICATION PERIOD:


Not to exceed 35 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: 06/25/2026

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: $25.78

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