Boilerhouse Refrigeration Operator I
Job Summary
Location: Pasco WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-271467
Time Type: Full time
About Lamb Weston
Youve 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. 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
Is responsible for routine and non-routine repair and maintenance of boiler & refrigeration equipment and systems.
Operates and maintains equipment and systems in compliance with established Company and PSM standards. Equipment and systems include but are not limited to plant environmental control systems plant water systems including water conditioning systems compressed air systems boiler steam and condensate systems dryer systems raw storage environmental control systems HVAC systems refrigerated rooms freezing and cold storage systems glycol chiller systems boiler & refrigeration heat exchangers natural gas systems fire protection systems and high-pressure systems.
Prior experience with boiler & refrigeration equipment and systems is a definite advantage.
Successfully performs assigned activities that optimizes and sustains equipment operation and reliability to maximize plant production and uptime with minimal Lead or Management assistance. Prior experience with electrical troubleshooting and welding is a definite advantage.
Must be able to work the scheduled days shifts times and overtime required for this position.
Is a recognized SME (Subject Matter Expert) on a minimum of 2 different pieces of equipment.
Will have successfully passed the advancement test for Technician Boiler & Refrigeration Operator.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude thefollowingother duties may be assigned.
Maintains and promotes safe work practices at all times assures that safe work practices are being followed in all work groups and activelyparticipatesin safety programs.
Perform assigned duties and responsibilities in a safe and satisfactory manner.
Must understand andcomply withall known posted orgenerally acceptedinstructions procedures rules practicespoliciesor other items covered in the Employee Handbook.
Required to pass a pulmonary/fit test annually (due to the use ofSCBA).
Following established procedures such as SOPsperformsthe safe isolation shut down inspection cleaning adjustment repair/overhaul or startup of equipment and systems within scope of responsibility.
Performs and documents line checks corrective maintenance and preventive maintenance including the lubrication and inspection of equipment to sustain equipment reliability.Documentation may include but is not limited to SAP Belt Tracking form FM form BDE cardetc...
Records data such as temperature of equipment hours of operation fuel consumed temperature or pressure water levelsandanalysis of flue gases.Recordstank levels chemical and lubricant supplies. Records other readings in daily logs and sheets as assigned at the specified intervals to verify and assureoptimaloperating conditions.
Is knowledgeable enough about the boiler and refrigeration systems tooptimizesystemsto helpoptimizeoperating and troubleshooting procedures.
Competently evaluatesequipmentforperformance performs adjustments etc. as needed toassuresustainedoptimalequipment performance and the production of quality potato products.
Maintainsoptimalequipment operation by tightening fittings repacking bearings replacing packing glands seals gaskets valves recorders gages and cleaning or replacing burners or other components.Troubleshoots repairs and welds equipment as needed to sustain reliable andoptimaloperations.
Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges switch to back-up equipment or systems or to shut down equipment.
Is proficient in performingand documenting thetroubleshooting ofissues such as mechanicalelectricaland pneumatic toidentifydefectsidentifythe reason for the failuredetermineroot causeand to take corrective action toeliminaterecurring failure.
Operates andmaintainswater conditioning systems. Performstests andadds chemicals and/or makes operational adjustments asindicatedby the testing procedures to protectoptimizeand sustain healthy steam and condensate systems.
Performs most non-routine jobs assigned by Boiler & Refrigeration Maintenance Lead Maintenance Team Leader Team Leader Production or Plant Managementandcanperform repairs withminimaldirect supervision.
Strongly encouraged to develop the knowledgeandskills necessary to advance from a1stClass Boiler & Refrigeration Operatorto a TechnicianBoiler & Refrigeration Operator.The three-part advancement test to the Technician level consists of 1)Weld test 2)Writtentestand 3)Hands-on validation of some advanced troubleshooting skills.
If hired in or transferred in as 1stClass must be qualified toremain1stClass within 9 months after date of hireortransfer as 1stClassby passing the 1stClass test.Passinggradefor all written examinations must be 75% or better.
Failure to passthistest will result in a minimum of30daysand a maximum of45 dayswaiting period before re-testing. Failure to passthesecond test will result in demotion toa2ndClass rating and pay scale.
One more opportunity to pass the 1stClass test will be given within theremainderof the18 monthsof your hire or transfer date as a 1stClass. Failure to passthis testwill result in termination or reassignment outside the maintenance department.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintain 5Sstandards (Sort Set Systematize Shine and Sustain). Keep a neat clean orderlywork area.
Follows instruction given verbally in work orders equipment manuals etc. Advises Team Leader and Planner of any inaccuracies found in work orders manuals schematics etc. and documents in SAP where applicable.
Is proficient in the use ofSAP.Is fully capable ofutilizingSAP tolocateequipment and any data in SAP on equipment such as drawings schematics parts etc. as well as if the part is a stocked item in our plant Stores the quantity on hand and the bin location. Through the use of SAPiscapable of identifying any other plant that would have the item on hand.
Providesaccuratedetailed information to Planner(s) of inaccuracies found in equipment BOMs or items needing added to equipment BOMs.
Is capable of assistingStores personnel when needed toidentifyorlocateneeded equipment or parts in the secured Stores areas.
Submits Notifications for deficiencies noted during the performance of tasks or through general observation that will improve and sustain reliability.
Competently examines parts toidentifydefectsidentifyroot cause reason for the failure and to takeappropriate correctiveactionto sustainoptimalreliableand sustainable operation.
Complete assigned workin a timely manner. If held over to cover an absence complete the assigned work of the absent team member. (Forexample if covering 4 hours of an 8-hour shift complete 4 hours of the absent team members assigned work.)Fully accounts for time worked (less breaks)utilizingthe CMMS system (SAP).
Performs and properly documents the removal installation disassembly assembly and repair of plant components andequipmentasneeded to sustainoptimalreliableand sustainable operation.
Is responsible forthe troubleshooting replacement and re-wiring of electrical components beingreplaced.For example troubleshooting of a motor back to the MCC bucket and verifying that wires are properly torqued heaters/overloads and fuses are good and ifbadreplacing them (with the properly rated components) or changing rotation of a motor if.
Takescomparesand documents the motor amp-draw to the FLA rating of the motor
Repair orassistin repairsin other areas of the plantas instructed by the Maintenance Lead Maintenance Team Leader Team Leader Production or Plant Management.
Participates in and helps drive DMS (Daily Management System) and other miscellaneous programs as assigned.
Must be able to differentiate between stainless steel mild steel and aluminum materials andpossessthe knowledge todeterminetheappropriate applicationsand correct fabrication and welding process for each.
Is able to proficiently cut and bond materials together utilizing various processes such as but not limited to welding soldering bolting riveting screwing clip or caulking to fabricate repair or install materials and equipment to company specifications using verbal direction prints sketches diagrams and blueprints.
Is proficient in the use of hand tools power tools and testing or specialty equipmentnecessary to execute the duties associated with thisjob.(Test or specialty equipment includes but is not limited to multimeters meggers infrared and laser alignment tools.)
Is proficient inutilizingestablished procedures such as SOPs in the coaching of new or lower-class employees in the safest and proper way tooperateand maintain equipment.
Has the knowledge experience desire and communication skills to share learnings with fellow employees salaried team members and outside resources to improve collaboration to improve safety working relationships and equipment performance.Sharing ofthis knowledge may be in the form of one on one or potentially a classroom style setting.
Qualified to operate Powered Lift Trucks Scissor Lifts Man Lifts Snorkel Lifts and other equipment necessary to facilitate the execution of their various job functions including but not limited to the maintenance removal or placement of equipment and/or the materials supplies and tools associated with maintenance activities.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: HighSchool diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred;two-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of fouryearseducation and related experience and/or training.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read andcomprehendinstructions correspondence and memos in English. Ability to writeaccurateinformation in English. Ability to effectively present or listen to information inoneononeand small group situations with all other employees of the organization in English.
MATHMATICAL SKILLS:Mustbe able to add subtract multiply divide and calculate proportions percentages area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY: Abilityto solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructionsfurnishedin written oral diagram or schedule form.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge or ability.
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 skill and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Based on an average 12-hour workday.
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: 09/10/2026
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: $36.69
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
Required Experience:
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About Company
Lamb Weston is a world leading brand in high quality frozen potato products, sold in over 100 countries. A partner in potatoes famous for its inventive fries such as Twisters, Hot2Home and Dippers .