Plant Technician

Title: Plant Technician

Location: American Falls ID

Job Requisition ID: Req-260222

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

Youve 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. Youll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success explore opportunities for new solutions and youll join a winning team of 10000 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

At Lamb Weston we dont just keep the lines movingwe drive innovation in food production that feeds the world. Our Plant Technicians are essential to our success and were committed to helping you grow in your career every step of the way.

Heres what youll love about working with us:
Hands-On Ownership Be empowered from your first day to make an impact
Advanced Equipment Work with cutting-edge production technology
Growth & Support Ongoing coaching mentorship and training to help you succeed
Safety First Were proud of our strong safety culture and clean work environment
Career Pathways Gain valuable skills that lead to long-term opportunities
As a Plant Technician youll be part of the team that keeps our production lines running at peak performance. Youll operate and maintain automated equipment troubleshoot technical issues and ensure product quality meets the high standards Lamb Weston is known for.
This role is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude who enjoys problem-solving thrives in a team setting and is motivated by hands-on meaningful work.

Job Description

Operate monitor and maintain production equipment across multiple stagesreceiving processing and packaging
Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime
Keep accurate records of production and equipment data
Assist with line sanitation and product quality checks
Operate material handling equipment (forklifts clamp trucks hand trucks etc.)
Follow safety procedures and ensure compliance with food safety standards
Support continuous improvement and efficiency efforts throughout the plant

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Were looking for reliable team players who:

• Are 18 years of age or older
• Can lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically active work (standing climbing twisting etc.)
• Are comfortable working in confined spaces and on platforms ladders and stairs
• Are willing to work rotating day/night 12-hour shifts weekends and overtime as needed
• Can read write and understand English for safety and communication
• Can wear and properly use all required PPE (eye protection ear protection safety shoes)

Bonus if you have:

Experience in manufacturing food production or technical operations

Basic mechanical skills or experience using tools

A strong attention to detail and a drive to learn and grow

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: 04/03/2026

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 candidates work location job duties experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.

Pay Rate or Range: $20.03

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