Prep Utility
Lamb Weston
Prep Utility
Lamb Weston
Global producer of frozen potato products
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
The utility position covers a wide variety of jobs requiring work in packaging, warehouse, production, batter room and outside as directed by the supervisory or lead personnel. This description covers all responsibilities for each department where utilities are required.Job Description
JobResponsibilities:
Perform the set up and breakdown of tote bins and pallets.
Properly stack knocked down totes and pallets.
Operate power hand jack and tote bin dump.
Repeatedly lift and stack cases of finished product as assigned.
Maintain good housekeeping in his/her assigned area: Sweep, shovel potatoes (add) ,fries, and other debris, rake, vacuum, hose, scrape, paint, pull vines and shovel snow as directed.
Rework damaged or restricted cases and bags of product.
Change, scrape and/or change frozen andpreparationgrader screens as directed by Team Leader or Lead personnel.
Adapt to different work environments: work in the wet prep area, outside, packaging and batter area. Shipping (add)
Perform frozen inspection duties.
Stand or sit in a stationary position to perform duties.
Work in Raw Receiving pulling rocks and vines, as trucks are unloaded.
Load KDs on Line 1, 2, 7 & 8 Case Opening Positioning System (COPS) in packaging.
Inspect bags for seal condition and bag codes during poly runs.
Work around Line 1, 2, 7 & 8 fryers and other processing equipment.
Hand pack hash brown patties into trays
Sort whole onions for cutting by size
Scrape and remove staticproducton Lines 1, 2, 7 & 8 packaging equipment to include: graderroom, Ishidaroomand glue deck.
Dumps waste barrels in packaging and production area.
Actively practice and abide by all company work, safety and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook.
Hand loading of railcars.
Handpalletizing ofline flow when shrink-wrap machine is inoperable.
InspectLines 1, 2, 7 & 8 casedproductfor case condition and legible codes.
NotifyTeamLeaderor leadin the event thatcaseconditionor codes are not acceptable.
Notify Team Leaderor lead of Lines 1, 2, 7 & 8 glue deck stoppages.
Assure gutter grates are kept in place.
Prepare and/or mix cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.
Use foaming equipment to apply cleaning chemicals to equipment.
Scrub equipment using scrub brushes and/or pads to clean, sanitize, and polish equipment using dilute cleaning chemicals.
Rinse cleaning chemicals off equipment using a high-pressure water hose.
Maintain good housekeeping in his/her assigned area: Sweepwith a broom and/or squeegee, shovel, scrub using scrub brushes and/or pads and scrapers, and rinse equipment with high-pressure water and/or air hoses.
Periodically inspects Personal ProtectiveEquipment;chemical suit, goggles, face shield,bootsand gloves for serviceability. NotifySanitationSupervisor if replacement isrequired.
Perform other duties as assigned by Team Leader or lead personnel.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
PositionRequirements:(Minimum qualificationsrequiredto successfully perform the jobor be considered)
Basic and Preferred
Education/ Certifications:(Required & Preferred)
High School Diploma
Physical Environment/Demands:
Ability tolift upto50pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
Must have good hand-eye coordination.
Must have good finger and manual dexterity.
Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hottocold in temperature
Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours perwork dayto include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke,smellsand allergies
Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movementsrequiredforjob actions andprocedures.
Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
Requires manual dexterity, overallcoordinationand good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability tooperatework related equipment
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Willregularly worknear moving mechanical parts.
Isfrequentlyexposed to moderately cold surroundings.
Isfrequentlyexposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moderate to extreme heat.
Exposed to temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Freezer Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Plant Operation
Will use high pressure air and water hoses
Mayhave to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products
Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis
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: 09/16/2026Pay 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: $20.62Equal 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
Global producer of frozen potato products
Lamb Weston is a global food processing company that produces and distributes frozen potato products and related items. Its portfolio includes french fries, waffle fries, sweet potato fries, and other frozen potato items, along with appetizers and vegetable products, sold to restaurants, retailers, and other food-service customers worldwide. The product works by being manufactured at scale in plants, frozen or par-frozen, and shipped to customers ready for heating and serving. Lamb Weston differentiates itself through its large-scale, global supply network, specialized potato processing capabilities, and broad product range aimed at both food-service operators and retailers, enabling consistent quality and reliable delivery. The company’s goal is to be a trusted, high-volume supplier of frozen potato and related foods, meeting the needs of diverse customers around the world with efficient production and distribution.
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