Title: Manufacturing Systems Technician II

               

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

               

Primary responsibilities are to install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot all aspects of the control systems throughout the facility. This includes but is not limited to both the hardware and software aspects of PLC systems, HMI/SCADA systems, and process control equipment. Acts as the Primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Process Controls. Strong communication skills are required for working across all departments of the facility to provide knowledge and support regarding control systems functionality. Collaboration is a key requirement for implementing new control solutions as needed to improve and optimize facility operations.

Supports the Production operations and advanced process control efforts in planning, implementing and developing long term success of advanced control organizational strategies. This position may require you to work any shift and/or all days of the week and on occasion be available to support plant needs during off hours via phone call in accordance with operational and plant needs.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

Identify process optimization opportunities in all areas of Richland campus and facilitate their successful implementation from the standpoint of reduced product variation and costs.Deals with application and software issues related to process control and supports end users in application development.  Responsible for conceptualizing, building and leading in the development of breakthrough approaches which result in process improvements.  Responsible for the management of control equipment specifications, sensors, vendors and process control software development.Establishes and implements area process optimization goals and monitors its performance.Apply control theory to design, test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes and equipment.Identify and develop new control schemes for retrofits and existing systems.  Troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems and work with Instrument Technicians, and Electricians on advanced control systems.  Create and implement new strategies to improve process efficiency, as well as supporting start-up activities.  Responsible for creating and/or maintaining automation processes.  Interface with all levels of Engineering and Production staff to provide design, estimating, engineering and implementation of electrical and process control systems.  Coordinate and facilitate user training for automated systems. 

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Position Requirements:

Education/ Certifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.2-Year Technical School Preferred.Control/Network Training or related Experience.

Skills and Experience:

Evidence of industrial automation and controls engineering/support experience Food manufacturing plant experience preferred        PLC and HMI programming/development skills Technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with Rockwell Automation hardware and software systems, including, but not limited to: ControlLogix PLC Hardware, CompactLogix PLC Hardware, PlantPAx Distributed Control System, RSLogix5000, FactoryTalk ViewSE, ThinManager. FactoryTalk ViewME FactoryTalk Network Manager, FactoryTalk AssetCentre, FactoryTalk Historian Must be able to comprehend and troubleshoot developed software.  Must be self-motivated, customer-focused, and results-oriented.  Must be able to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.  Must have strong organizational skills, ability to work with multiple teams, demonstrated leadership skills and the proven ability to lead effective teams. Problem solving skills and the ability to positively implement change are required.  Strong PID skills and a basic working knowledge of heating and refrigeration systems. Ability to read and understand technical drawings Electrical and P&ID’s. Strong computer skills required including AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical and procedure manuals, work orders, and other instructional materials.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Ability to speak and communicate with other employees of the organization.  Must read, write and communicate in English.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, schematic, or diagram form. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Proficient in math to the level of algebraic equations.

Must have a complete knowledge as well as demonstrate plant safety rules including but not limited to the lockout-tagout procedure, confined space entry, chemical hazards, and the hearing conservation program.  Must be able to lead workgroups to successful safe outcomes while performing tasks.  Expected to identify risk to themselves and others and modify task to mitigate these risks to insure a safe outcome.  Is expected to ensure, to themselves and others, proper use of PPE as it relates to maintenance tasks and operating specialized maintenance tools and equipment. Must have good personal hygiene and be able to practice safe work habits 

Physical Environment/Demands:

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 temperatureExposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours per workday 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 equipmentSpecific 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 OperationMay have to sample food while evaluating Lamb Weston productsClimbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basisEmployee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws.  The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.

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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-256691

               

Time Type: Full time

               

Anticipated Close Date: 02/21/2025

               

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: $57.36

               

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