Defect Systems Operator - Moses Lake Production Campus
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
This job is responsible for the operation of the upstream optical equipment and defect removal systems in the facility. The Defect Systems Operator has primary responsibility for product quality with regard to defects.
It is imperative that the Defect Systems Operator conducts himself/herself in a manner that ensures alertness and constant awareness of the safe operation of equipment and its surroundings.
Key Responsibilities
- Fully understand the purpose and operation of the upstream optical equipment and defect removal systems along with having the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.
- Responsible for making appropriate adjustments, corrections in equipment settings, and ensuring proper sanitation of equipment to effectively meet defect targets without excessive product loss.
Typical Education
High School Graduate or GED
Relevant Experience
- Must be qualified as a Fry Plant Assistant Process Operator or Fry Plant Sanitation II for one year
- Must demonstrate computer skills.
- Must have an acceptable safety record.
- Must have an acceptable attendance record.
Job Requisition ID: 27531
Travel Required:
Location(s): GF Plant - Moses Lake
Country: United States
Rate of Pay: $26.63/hr.
Attractive total rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Details available in Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Family Building Leave
- Education Assistance
- Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**