Sorter Operator Trainee

* Maintains and promotes safe work practices at all times, assures that safe work practices are being followed in all work groups, and actively participates in safety programs.
* Must understand and follow all applicable plant safety policies including but not limited lockout/tagout procedures.
* Safely startup/shut down the sorting equipment (including LO/TO)
* Evaluates equipment for performance, performs tests and adjusts, etc., as needed to assure optimal equipment performance and the production of quality products.
* Proficient and responsible for sanitation and food safety practices.
* Utilize Quality Assurance system for calibration and quality data entry.
* Assists maintenance in performing maintenance work, troubleshooting, repair and adjustments of sorters.
* Able to troubleshoot and determine if a problem is operational or mechanical in nature and if operational, make necessary operational changes.
* Maintains system support equipment including but not limited to shakers and conveyors to maximize their efficiency and sustain equipment reliability.
* Advises supervisory personnel on maintenance requirements, repairs equipment, and performs maintenance activities that sustains equipment reliability to maximize plant production and uptime.
* Documents the inspection of equipment to sustain equipment reliability.
* Take samples and evaluate on a regular basis
* Completes AMD and CIL as required to maintain optimal sorter performance
* Communicate with Production Lead and Team Leaders performance of all sorters
* Support trainees and new employees: provide guidance and coaching to achieve daily goals in Safety, Quality and Productivity.
* Write data on DSC Board for communication on sorter function
* Observe and monitor gauges, dials and other indicators to ensure that settings conform to production or processing standard
* Make recommendations on sorter issues
* Performs and documents removal, installation, disassembly, repair, and assembly of sorter equipment.
* Performs other duties as assigned#
** Position Requirements:** (Minimum qualifications required to successfully perform the job or be considered)
* Experience in Food Manufacturing preferred
* Ability to troubleshoot mechanical machinery effectively and accurately.
* Ability to effectively communicate, read and write in English
* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
* Exposed to a noisy environment that varies from hot to cold in temperature
* Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 10-12 hours per workday to include:  loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergens
* Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures.
* Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
* Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.  Ability to operate work related equipment
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
* 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
* Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
* Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
* Well-being programs including company wide 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## Current Lamb Weston employees, please click and apply via the Career worklet.

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