Process Engineer I​/II

The Process Engineer will serve as a technical resource for the processing areas at Chobani’s Idaho production facility. In this role, you’ll support a fast-paced manufacturing environment through cross‑functional collaboration. You’ll provide hands‑on technical support for daily operations—leading troubleshooting, root cause investigations, KPI creation, heavy data analysis, and proactive process monitoring.

This is a full-time, onsite role at our Twin Falls, Idaho facility. Relocation assistance is available.

Please note:

this position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work.

Provide technical expertise across processing, utilities, and wastewater systems.

Design and implement methods to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance yields, quality, and safety.

Troubleshoot process issues and drive true root cause solutions.

Lead Management of Change reviews for process modifications.

Build proactive monitoring systems and anomaly detection in critical process areas.

Partner with the Quality team on Root Cause Analysis investigations.

Support R&D with product trials and process changes.

Maintain technical documentation with the drafting team (layouts, P&IDs, manuals, etc.).

Develop process scopes of work to define new project ideas and secure funding.

Contribute to conceptual design and specify process equipment under senior engineer guidance.

Partner with vendors and contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and effective project outcomes.

Collaborate with Project Management to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Support capital project transitions to production teams.

Lead and participate in risk assessments, automation simulations, and FMEAs.

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering preferred; other engineering disciplines considered.

1–7 years of plant manufacturing or capital project experience.

Background in hygienic process design; dairy strongly preferred, but food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing also considered.

Experience with cultured dairy products and aseptic processing is a plus.

Skilled in developing technical documents and reports.

Proficiency in equipment sizing (pumps, piping, and other processing systems).

Familiarity with PLCs and logic controls in manufacturing equipment.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

Experience with process data trending and analysis (SEEQ preferred).

Strong communication skills with the ability to prioritize and deliver results in a fast‑paced setting.

Curiosity, problem‑solving mindset, and passion for continuous learning.

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 cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages  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 in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

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Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race,…