What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator Production - D Shift position at Lamb Weston?
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
This position performs the transport, loading and offloading of materials and other warehouse duties in a timely and safe manner to fulfill the needs of production and our customers. This role is pivotal to maintaining production flow, ensuring we can provide quality products to our customers. Position is for D Shift.Job Description
Followsoutlined duties as assigned in daily inbound / outbound schedule from warehouse management.
Maintainsthe principles of first in / first out (FIFO) in the storage and retrieval of materials.
Transport materials and finished goods within production and warehouse facilities.
Coordinateswith other lift truck drivers and production personnel to ensure the efficient performance of warehouse and production processes.
Prioritizesmultiple tasks to maximize work efficiency.
Sanitation duties asrequiredtomaintaina clean and safe environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Certifications:
High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
Forkliftcertification isrequired. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements
Skills andExperience:
Experience driving forklift in warehouse or manufacturing establishment preferred.
Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English (both written and oral) (Requirement may vary by location).
Ability to perform basic math functions,required.
Must be able to communicate usingplant2-wayradio system.
Applicability of job levels varies by location and isdeterminedby the plant skills matrix.
Physical Environment/Demands:
Ability to liftand/or moveup to50pounds.
Required to sit and use hands/ fingers to feel objects, tools, or controls.
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms to climb or balance.
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, overallcoordination,and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.Ability tooperatework relatedequipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Exposure to manufacturing environments: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, humidity,oils,smellsand allergens.
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.
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: 07/08/2026Pay 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: $24.23Equal 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
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