Maintenance I C shift

Maintenance I C Shift

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of all equipment located within the production area of the facility and for performing maintenance functions throughout the plant as assigned or directed by supervisory personnel, while working under limited supervision.

Job responsibilities include:

• Always maintains safe work practices and participates in safety programs.
• Performs routine and/or non-routine tasks established by the Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Team Leader Maintenance, Velocity Maintenance Lead, Team Leader Area Production, Team Leader Quality, Team Leader Production, and the Maintenance Lead.
• May be required to perform emergency repairs with minimal supervision.
• Keeps documentation up to date.
• Accurately tracks time spent working on tasks throughout the day.
• Familiar with proper start-up and shut down of production equipment.
• Performs equipment repair, overhaul, and troubleshooting of mechanical and technical equipment; changes and replaces belts, sprockets, bearings, chains, motors, etc.
• Evaluates equipment for performance, performs adjustments, replaces parts, etc. as needed to assure uninterrupted production of quality potato products.
• Performs structurally-sound welds and acceptable cutting, using appropriate cutting and welding equipment.
• May be required to work any shift, any and all days of the week, or overtime in the accordance with production and maintenance schedules.
• Reads and understands prints, sketches, diagrams, operating instructions, and technical manuals.
• Maintains a neat, orderly work area, following the plant 5S program.
• Follow instructions given in work logs, work orders, and equipment manuals.
• Supports and promotes CPS programs such as 5S and Centerlining throughout the plant.
• Communicates and works with other associates in a positive manner.
• Must attend confined space training (attendant, entrant and rescuer) and will be a confined space rescue team member.
• Will be a Respirator User and is responsible to meet the qualifications requirements of the Lamb Weston Respiratory Protection Program for the use of Respiratory Protection Equipment (current medical, fit testing, and training).
• Will be an Emergency Response Team Member (Hazardous Materials Technician) and will be responsible to meet the qualification requirements per 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (current medical and training).
• Must be clean shaven when the Emergency Response Team is activated for an emergency response or responding to emergencies, using an on-site shave kit to use a tight-fitting facepiece. Mustaches and sideburns are permitted, only if they do not extend into the sealing periphery or interfere with the valve functions of the respirator.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Certifications: (Required & Preferred)

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 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 percentage. Must read, write, and communicate in English.

Skills and Experience:

• Have the ability and willingness to follow instructions.
• Must have effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have basic troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to complete work assignments with limited supervision.
• Understand the basics and have the ability to learn to weld and use cutting torches.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Properly use all basic hand tools, power hand tools, and shop tools (not to include machine tools).
• Perform basic plumbing runs and repairs.
• Be knowledgeable of basic mechanical nomenclature.
• Perform basic sheet metal layout and fabrication.
• Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task.
• Must maintain company confined space authorization (attendant and entrant).
• Must be able to operate a forklift and man lift in a safe manner. Requires plant certification.

The following equipment and/or tools are used in performing the duties of this position and must be used in accordance with established safe practices and procedures:

• Hand tools
• Power Activated tools
• Stick arc welder
• MIG welder
• TIG welder
• Oxy-acetylene torch equipment

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the functions of this job. The employee:

• Will work in all areas of the plant, both inside and outside during any and all-weather conditions.
• Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts, around electrical equipment, and open circuits.
• May work on wet, muddy, icy, or greasy floors.
• Is exposed to hot and humid conditions as well as cold and breezy environments ranging from subzero to over 130 F.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.
• Will regularly work in an environment in which the noise level is usually high.

Physical Environment/Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee:

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull heavy items.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds six feet above the ground.
• Must be able to stand, bend, squat, kneel, reach above shoulders, climb ladders and crawl in tight and awkward workplaces for extended periods of time.

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: 08/28/2026

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: $32.52

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