Storage Operator Trainee

Title: Storage Operator Trainee

               

Location: Delhi, LA

Job Requisition ID: Req-260308

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You’ve 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. 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

               

Under the supervision of Sr. Ag Operation Specialist, this position is responsible for receiving raw potatoes into the storages and processing them through the Lockwood Vac System. Additional functions include accurate record keeping and sanitation in all areas. This position is responsible for correctly recording the raw product delivered to Ag for processing and procuring samples of raw product for raw product sampling. The warehouse attendant needs to have a minimum of one year of forklift experience.

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Checks the daily receiving schedule for unloading/loading instructions
• Guides the truck drivers into the receiving station and records the scale ticket information for payment and grading samples
• Positions the trucks to receive potatoes, connects the power source, and operates the STOP/START switches for that receiving equipment
• Monitors the operation of the unloading equipment for proper separation of potatoes from rocks, dirt, vines etc., making adjustments as necessary
• Responsible for getting raw samples pulled and delivered to the raw graders
• Observes the operation of the receiving equipment, cleaning the conveyor shears and discharge chutes of vines and debris, and the conveyor rollers of dirt and mud to ensure proper belt alignment  (reports to supervisor and maintenance when adjustments are needed or repairs are imminent)
• Responsible for loading and unloading bins to flatbed trucks and stacking them in an orderly manner in the storage rooms
• Responsible for running truck unloading and loading such as hog, piler, even flow and lock wood vac.
• Responsible for ensuring ALL outside carries trailers are cleaned out before driver is released
• Responsible for cleaning and repairing wood and plastic bins for potato storage
• Responsible for wearing ALL Required PPE- Hard hat, safety glasses and hearing protection.
• Ensures that raw product lot is placed in the specified location as determined by supervisory personnel
• Responsible for all shadow boards in area
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area, must be able to handle a pressure washer and large volume water hose
• Required to perform safety activities daily
• Actively practices and abides by all company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and policies
• Aids in the training of new employees and temps as directed by the supervisory staff
• Other tasks may be assigned by supervisors as needed
•  Both Attendants are required to carry radio for communications with Supervisor, Yard dog, Maintenance personnel and Fleet Coordinator at all times
• Required to complete daily Basic Care routes for your shift

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and have a minimum of 1 year forklift experience or any equivalent combination of education, or training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.  Man lift experience is preferred. 
• Must be able to work at the Oak Grove and Dunn storage Locations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and understand both verbal and written instruction
• Must be able to move up and down stairs throughout the shift
•   Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Must be able to safely lift 50 pounds
• Must be qualified to run dirt moving equipment such as bobcat and JCB

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

• Frequently required to sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Regularly required to climb up and down stairs
• Must be able to work at heights up to 40 feet and in confined spaces
• Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Required to work in inclement weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, etc.

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: 04/16/2026

               

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: $21.59

               

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