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Lamb Weston Batter Mix Operator in Richland, Washington
Title: Batter Mix Operator Location: Richland, WA About Lamb Weston We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950's, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000+ team members around the world, it's our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people. We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment. Exactly what you'd expect from the most inventive potato company in the world! Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries. Job Description Summary The batter mixing operator is responsible for assuring proper mixing of batter and proper volume of batter through the control and use of the mixing and measuring equipment. They will perform sanitation duties during run days and on weekend cleanups. Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Individuals in this position must: * Participate in the safety engagement process. This includes giving I Care huddles, conducting area assessments, and addressing all safety concerns with the Production Team Lead. * Monitor and control viscosity in the primary tanks, holding tanks, and applicators. * Understand the batter equipment and its operation * Help train new employees in the batter mixing operator position * Stay at workstation when the co-batter mix operator is not in the batter area. Batter mix operators will relieve each other for breaks. * Perform equal and/or lower rated job duties as assigned by Team Leader personnel when batter is not running. * Help move batter totes with the walkie lift when needed or directed. * Document viscosity, equipment settings, and batter inventory information * Maintain good housekeeping in work area. * Keep equipment in the area of responsibility clean. * Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Be actively involved in safety, participate in safety programs, engage in safety activities, perform risk assessments and demonstrate ownership as well as leadership in personal safety and the safety of other team members. * Report on near misses, incidents, and any safety concerns. 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: * Able to have good work performance * Able to operate all batter equipment, piping, and controls in area of responsibility. * Certified to operate the Walkie lift and be able to operate it safely. * Be knowledgeable of the color, the look of batter, and ingredient. * Willing to help train new employees in the Batter Mixing Operator position * Able to measure viscosities using stopwatch, Zahn and/or Stein cup. * Able to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. * Read, understand, and obey all plant rules and practice safety as outlined in the employee handbook. * Be conscientious and consistent in his/her work * Practice proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques. * Be knowledgeable of the potential hazards and safety procedures associated with the task being performed. * Actively practice