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Lamb Weston, Inc.

Trim & Inspect

Park Rapids, MN · On-site

$21.18/hr

Summary Inspects, sorts and removes defects from raw product or processed product. Trims whole potatoes with a trim knife in a French fry/specialty potato product production facility. * Employee must ...

Lambweston

Trim & Inspect

Park Rapids, MN · On-site

$21.18/hr

Summary Inspects, sorts and removes defects from raw product or processed product. Trims whole potatoes with a trim knife in a French fry/specialty potato product production facility. * Employee must ...

Breakwater Treatment & Wellness

Trimmer

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

We grow, produce, and dispense the highest quality cannabis and cannabis products in the New Jersey ... Hand trimming is a cornerstone of Breakwater quality. Hand trimming not only creates a beautiful ...

Grow Tech LLC

Trimmer

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$17/hr

Hand trimming not only creates a beautiful product, but it helps maintain more of our medicine ... effects. As we continue to grow, we need reliable, consistent team members in our Trim Department ...

Breakwater Treatment & Wellness

Trimmer

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

We grow, produce, and dispense the highest quality cannabis and cannabis products in the New Jersey ... Hand trimming is a cornerstone of Breakwater quality. Hand trimming not only creates a beautiful ...

TheogCompanies

Production-Trim/Packers

Springfield, OH

$17.06 - $17.51/hr

Production-Trim/Packers Salary Range: $17.06 - $17.51 Status: Non-Exempt Days/Shifts: 1st and 2nd Shift Location: Springfield, OH Reports to: Supervisor, Production GENERAL DISCRIPTION / PRIMARY ...

Lamb Weston

Trim & Inspect

Park Rapids, MN · On-site

$21.18/hr

Summary Inspects, sorts and removes defects from raw product or processed product. Trims whole potatoes with a trim knife in a French fry/specialty potato product production facility. * Employee must ...

Nevada Holistic Medicine

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Follow trimming guidelines and quality standards to maintain product consistency and appearance. * Ensure efficient trimming processes while minimizing waste. * Conduct visual inspections of trimmed ...

Deep Roots Harvest

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Mesquite, NV

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

Trimmer Department: Cultivation FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Post-Harvest Manager ... This role is responsible for maintaining quality standards, meeting production goals, and following ...

American Leather Operations LLC

Trimmer

Conover, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Job Title: Upholstery Trimmer Department: Trimming Location: Plant 5 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ... Using a computer/scan gun to scan work for production tracking. * Maintaining clean/neat ...

Mancan

Trimmer

Middlefield, OH

$19/hr

Job Functions: - Trim the diameter of assemblies and loose products following work instructions. - Visually inspect complete and loose assemblies for imperfections before trimming. - Check and ...

Mancan

Trimmer

North Canton, OH

$16/hr

This is a first-shift opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: Trim and remove excess material from cast metal parts Inspect parts ...

Mancan

Trimmer

Barberton, OH

$16/hr

This is a first-shift opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: Trim and remove excess material from cast metal parts Inspect parts ...

Mancan

Trimmer

Alliance, OH

$16/hr

This is a first-shift opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: Trim and remove excess material from cast metal parts Inspect parts ...

Mancan

Trimmer

Green, OH

$16/hr

This is a first-shift opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: Trim and remove excess material from cast metal parts Inspect parts ...

Mancan

Trimmer

Canton, OH

$16/hr

This is a first-shift opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: Trim and remove excess material from cast metal parts Inspect parts ...

Mancan

Trimmer

Wooster, OH

$16/hr

This is a first-shift opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: Trim and remove excess material from cast metal parts Inspect parts ...

DEEP ROOTS MEDICAL LLC

Trimmer - Mesquite

Mesquite, NV · On-site

$15/hr

Adjust trimming techniques to maintain productivity without sacrificing quality. * Accurately ... record daily production output, including plant counts, trim weights, and waste totals. * Complete ...

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How much do production trimmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for production trimmer in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production trimmer?

Production Trimmers are workers responsible for cutting, shaping, or trimming materials and products during the manufacturing process. They often use hand tools, power tools, or machinery to remove excess material or finish products to meet quality standards. Production Trimmers work in a variety of industries, including food processing, manufacturing, and textiles. Their role is crucial in ensuring that products are uniform, safe, and ready for packaging or further assembly.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a production trimmer?

To thrive as a Production Trimmer, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with trimming tools, machinery, and sometimes computerized tracking systems is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions precisely are important soft skills for this role. These skills ensure product quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What challenges do production trimmers face and how can they be managed?

Production Trimmers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent speed and precision while trimming products to meet quality standards. Managing fatigue from repetitive tasks and standing for long periods can also be demanding. To address these, it's important to follow ergonomic best practices, take regular short breaks, and communicate with team leads about workflow improvements. Effective teamwork and clear communication with other production staff help ensure that trimming aligns with overall manufacturing schedules and quality requirements.

What is the difference between Production Trimmer vs Fabric Cutter?

AspectProduction TrimmerFabric Cutter
Primary RoleTrims excess material from finished productsCuts fabric into specified patterns and sizes
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or garment production facilitiesFabric warehouses, sewing rooms, or manufacturing plants
Required SkillsAttention to detail, manual dexterityKnowledge of fabric types, cutting techniques
Common CertificationsNone typically required, on-the-job trainingNone typically required, on-the-job training

While both roles are essential in garment manufacturing, a Production Trimmer focuses on finishing products by trimming excess material, whereas a Fabric Cutter is responsible for cutting fabric into patterns. The roles often work sequentially in the production process, with overlapping skills but distinct responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Production Trimmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Trim & Inspect

Lamb Weston, Inc.

Park Rapids, MN • On-site

$21.18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Lamb Weston rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

239th of 440 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Title: Trim & Inspect
Location: Park Rapids, MN
Job Requisition ID: Req-260483
Time Type: Full time
About Lamb Weston
You've probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.
A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You'll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you'll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar - together.
If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.
Job Description Summary
Inspects, sorts and removes defects from raw product or processed product. Trims whole potatoes with a trim knife in a French fry/specialty potato product production facility.
Job Description
  • Employee must be responsible to work in a safe manner following safe work practices while in the plant or on company premises.
  • Able to work a schedule of on 6 off 2 days on a rotating basis
  • Frequently work overtime when needed, in early, hold overs and days off
  • Lift and carry cases of product weighing between 10 and 36 pounds.
  • Utilize ergonomic practices such as job rotation as necessary
  • Remove foreign material and non-standard product from processing equipment
  • Frequently holding a trim knife to trim defects from raw potatoes.
  • Inspects raw and or processed products to ensure quality, when assigned to areas
  • Report any malfunction of food processing equipment as quickly as possible to the Process Operator, Crew Chief or Team Leader
  • Attend and comprehend all training programs and follow all company policies.
  • Perform sanitation duties during periods of downtime and as assigned by Supervisor.
  • Perform sanitation duties during clean up times and at times during line breaks, such as using a pressure hose, scrub brush and scraping
  • Have the physical ability to wear a wet suit and can use cleaning chemicals in a safe manner
  • Work in temperature and humidity extremes

Basic & Preferred Qualifications
  • The ability to trim potatoes effectively for areas of defect as prescribed by the trim evaluation under time limits as set in the policy of trimming potatoes
  • The ability to pick out defects at frozen inspection
  • Lifting 10 pounds frequently as in lifting potatoes.
  • Holding a pressure washer wand.
  • Using a scraper to scrape buildup from machinery and or equipment.
  • Lifting and carrying brooms, shovels and squeegees, doing bags inspection during poly runs, making sure box codes are appropriate.
  • Climbing stairs and or ladders either to perform job duties or to access work areas.
  • Lifting to 36 pounds occasionally as in shoveling product off the floor in the process part of the facility.
  • Lifting to 36 pounds occasionally as in picking up bags or cases of product during rework or working in the packaging part of the facility.
  • Continuous exposure to moving machinery and or parts while performing assigned job duties.
  • Occasional exposure to areas of high traffic flow of forklifts
  • Frequently exposed to heat and cold temperature extremes as well as wet and humid conditions, including wet, oily and slippery floors.
  • Work area clean
  • Other duties as assigned

Pay Transparency
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 for this role is listed below.
Pay Rate or Range: $21.18
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.
Anticipated Close Date
The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.
Anticipated Close Date: 05/09/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
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

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