Lab Technician at Lamb Weston in Twin Falls Area

Summary: Lamb Weston is a leading manufacturer in the food industry, known for its innovative approach and commitment to quality. The Lab Technician role involves collecting and testing product samples, grading them according to specifications, and maintaining quality assurance data to ensure food safety and high-quality standards. Responsibilities: - Collects, delivers, and tests samples in accordance with plant procedures - Grades product in accordance with our customer specifications and plant procedures - Collects, reviews, and files accurate Quality Assurance Data - Identifies trends of quality attributes and communicates to operator and floor supervisory group - Audits production and packaging processes - Trains back-ups and new team members - Maintains a neat and clean work area at all times and exhibits good personal hygiene - Accomplishes other related work as required Required Qualifications: - High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred - Sanitation certification is required. If you are not qualified, you will be trained and must meet certification requirements - Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing. Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral - Must be able to be qualified within time frames established by facility - Ability to perform basic math functions, required - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs - 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 to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies - 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 - May have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston products - Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis Required Skills: Sanitation certification, Quality Assurance Data Important Skills: Basic math functions, Microsoft Office proficiency Benefits: 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