Equipment and Reliability Engineer - #255262

Summary

The position will be responsible for the performance of world-class food production equipment. The position will require an individual who can balance short term product line performance with long term engineering projects to better production line performance. The position requires a motivated, fast-paced individual with an array of skills in food manufacturing processes, equipment design/reliability and engineering. The individual must be a highly effective troubleshooter as they will be directly responsible for analyzing current line down time and preventing future down time. Further, this position will require people who are highly successful at communicating technical knowledge efficiently and working as part of a team. It will be necessary for them to partner with internal and external resources to be successful

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve efficiency, safety, and product quality across assigned production lines.
• Engineer and implement in-house, or work with a third party to produce reliable engineering solutions to meet the needs of the business.
• Provide maintenance troubleshooting for production lines.
• Serve as production equipment and manufacturing process subject matter expert.
• Serve as a high-level technical support resource for complex manufacturing and equipment issues.
• Prioritize OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) on assigned production lines.
• Implement changes to reduce/eliminate specific downtime events.
• Assist with maintenance, automation, and operations management in developing and championing best practices, trainings, and projects as required.
• Continually seek out best practices and share with the operations management.
• Share of general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups.
• Maintain documentation library (drawings, manuals, standards, etc.).
• Develop & Maintain documentation in support of process changes (Process Description, Scope, Process Drawings, etc.).
• Solicit and critique proposed process changes, submittals and designs.
• Research engineering topics, prepare studies and conduct trials with productions.
  
  

Requirements

• BS in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in high-speed packaging, dairy/food manufacturing, rotary fillers, or blow molding preferred.
• Ability to effectively cooperate with personnel of different backgrounds and skill level.
• Ability to train and transfer knowledge to others.
• Strong ability to create and maintain relevant documentation.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks given time constraints and ensure tasks are executed completely.
• Intermediate knowledge of personal computers and Windows operating systems.
• 3-5 years as an equipment/reliability engineer in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Working knowledge of/ experience with HACCP, food safety and related compliance regulations.
• Green belt, lean 6 sigma, CRE, experience/certifications preferred.
  
  

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company’s philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com , or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn .

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K match, short- and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. We are also proud to offer specialized benefits like health care navigation, mental health services, fertility assistance, and paid parental leave as well as 120 hours of PTO and 11 Holidays each year.

Compensation Range: $77,000.00 - $115,000.00, plus bonus.