Processing Operator (Grade 6)

MF Processing Operator is responsible for the product pasteurized during their shift and knowing their equipment is working properly. Having accurate documentation and a clean and well-maintained work area is integral in this role. This role has a responsibility for ensuring both food safety and quality of Chobani product.

• Ensure proper and timely documentation on charts. These are legal documents that need to be legible and accurate
• Ensure that seals are in place and document on chart and seal log sheet if one is broken or missing. Check to see if it’s been documented. If not, then notify the supervisor or QA. If for any reason one needs to be broken by maintenance, you need to notify your supervisor or QA beforehand
• Ensure that CIPs are printed out immediately after wash is finished and check for proper trending of Temp, Flow, Titration, and Time. If any of these are in question, the equipment must be swabbed. If swab fails, rewash
• Ensure that we have a safe workplace. If a safety issue comes up, contact your lead or Supervisor
• Train and Share knowledge with team Members to help improve their skills
• Be involved in implementing solutions and ideas in the department
• Operate all industrial powered vehicles required for assigned area efficiently and in a safe manner
• Inspect and receive inbound loads in a timely, safe, and sanitary manner
• Store all dry goods in proper locations to avoid cross contamination and in proper rotation with all required information present on each item (Lot #, inventory count, allergen sticker, etc.)
• Must keep equipment in good working order and use lock out tag out procedures for non-operation equipment
• Change and maintain batteries, and associated equipment, in a timely manner
• Understanding shipping and receiving
• Enter in proper information for material
• Work with leads and maintenance to trouble shoot problems
• Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices

• High school diploma/GED
• Understanding the overall process of the HTST and UHT systems
• Work on your feet for up to 12 hours, follow proper GMPs, walk on wet floors, climb stairs, lift 75 lbs, operate a forklift
• Understand how a CIP system works
• Work consistently and effectively with maintenance and/or State inspector during ISDA audits
• Maintain positive and effective communication during any situation
• Serve as back up in the absence of HTST Operator

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.