Lamb Weston
Title: Back-up Lead Warehouse - Days
Location: Richland, WA
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
This position is responsible for leading warehouse personnel in focusing on operational goals and job duties. They will train new employees working in warehouse positions and retrain employees on jobs as instructed by the Warehouse Team Leader. They will also perform all job duties in the warehouse when instructed by the Warehouse Team Leader.
Job Description
Individuals in this position must:
Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Be actively involved in safety, participate in safety programs, engaged in safety activities, perform risk assessments and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members. Train new employees in warehouse positions to perform job duties and to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Retrain employees when instructed by the shipping team leader to perform job duties and operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Operate a forklift in loading, unloading, warehousing, and other movements of finished products, bulk, ingredients, production supplies, or other designated supplies. Lead warehouse employees to perform job duties for each shift. Sign trucks in and out for pick-ups and deliveries. Make inventory tickets for materials and warehouse damage. Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's. Wear required PPE. Actively participate in AMD activities Perform any other duties as assigned by a Team Leader Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job. To successfully perform this job an individual must:
Sanitation qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained. Employee must be Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained. Forklift Certification is required. If not, employee must meet requirements to become forklift certified. Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook. Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques. Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed. Proficiency using computer software including but not limited to plant inventory and manifest software, Microsoft Office programs, and calculator Ability to operate a touch screen HMI Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook. Must be able to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead.
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Language Skills
Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. The employee:
The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 dB. Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts. Will frequently be exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat. Will frequently be exposed to cold/freezing environment [0 to -5 degrees Fahrenheit] May be occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration. Will work around forklift traffic. 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.
Job Requisition ID: Req-258390
Time Type: Full time
Anticipated Close Date: 09/17/2025
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 of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $28.09
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
Location: Richland, WA
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
This position is responsible for leading warehouse personnel in focusing on operational goals and job duties. They will train new employees working in warehouse positions and retrain employees on jobs as instructed by the Warehouse Team Leader. They will also perform all job duties in the warehouse when instructed by the Warehouse Team Leader.
Job Description
Individuals in this position must:
Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Be actively involved in safety, participate in safety programs, engaged in safety activities, perform risk assessments and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members. Train new employees in warehouse positions to perform job duties and to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Retrain employees when instructed by the shipping team leader to perform job duties and operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Operate a forklift in loading, unloading, warehousing, and other movements of finished products, bulk, ingredients, production supplies, or other designated supplies. Lead warehouse employees to perform job duties for each shift. Sign trucks in and out for pick-ups and deliveries. Make inventory tickets for materials and warehouse damage. Follow good housekeeping practices and GMP's. Wear required PPE. Actively participate in AMD activities Perform any other duties as assigned by a Team Leader Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job. To successfully perform this job an individual must:
Sanitation qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained. Employee must be Lock-out/Tag-out qualification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained. Forklift Certification is required. If not, employee must meet requirements to become forklift certified. Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook. Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques. Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed. Proficiency using computer software including but not limited to plant inventory and manifest software, Microsoft Office programs, and calculator Ability to operate a touch screen HMI Actively practice and abide by all Company work, safety, and personal hygiene rules and regulations as outlined in the employee handbook. Must be able to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead.
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Language Skills
Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. The employee:
The noise level in the work environment can exceed 85 dB. Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts. Will frequently be exposed to humid conditions as well as moderate heat. Will frequently be exposed to cold/freezing environment [0 to -5 degrees Fahrenheit] May be occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibration. Will work around forklift traffic. 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.
Job Requisition ID: Req-258390
Time Type: Full time
Anticipated Close Date: 09/17/2025
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 of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $28.09
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