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Chobani

Process Engineer II - Dairy

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Process Engineer II - Dairy

Process Engineer II - Dairy

Chobani

New Berlin, NY • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Chobani rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 380 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Summary

The Process Engineer II is responsible for improving the performance, reliability, and efficiency of manufacturing processes within the plant. This role focuses on optimizing processing operations, improving milk yield, reducing losses, and increasing throughput through data analysis, process troubleshooting, and targeted improvement initiatives.

This position works closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Automation teams to identify process constraints and implement sustainable improvements. The Process Engineer II is expected to take ownership of larger or more complex improvement efforts and provide guidance to less experienced engineers within the team.

Responsibilities
  • Lead process improvement initiatives focused on milk yield optimization, waste reduction, throughput improvement, and process stability.
  • Analyze plant performance data and operational trends to identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains.
  • Partner with Operations leadership to investigate process deviations, product holds, and performance losses, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, helping structure investigations and improvement work.
  • Develop and maintain process standards and operating parameters to ensure consistent execution across shifts.
  • Monitor and trend key process variables such as protein recovery, solids losses, batch performance, and production yield.
  • Support troubleshooting of complex process issues impacting product quality, production performance, or equipment operation.
  • Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Automation teams to implement improvements and ensure solutions are sustainable.
  • Translate operational challenges into structured improvement initiatives with measurable results.
  • Ensure process improvements are documented, validated, and sustained within plant operations.
  • Provide technical expertise on dairy processing systems including separation, fermentation, filtration, blending, and related processes.
  • Support operational improvement projects that may require equipment adjustments, process changes, or system configuration improvements.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical chemical engineering programs (or equivalent)
  • 3 - 7+ years of process engineering experience in food or dairy manufacturing.
  • Ability to guide and support less experienced engineers while leading improvement efforts.
  • Experience in dairy processing is strongly preferred, including exposure to systems such as separation, fermentation, filtration, evaporation, or similar processing operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead process optimization or operational improvement initiatives
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
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 byHamdi 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 cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

 
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. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.


For more information, please visit www.chobani.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.

The salary range for this full-time position is $82,500.00 - $129,800.00, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.

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