Automation Engineer

Chobani; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 82,500 - 129,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Fertility and childcare assistance

Job summary

Chobani is hiring for a position in Twin Falls, Idaho, focused on developing and administering the Ethernet controls network for their operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation systems and programming, experience in consumer packaged goods, and exceptional team collaboration skills.

This role offers an attractive salary range of $82,500.00 – $129,800.00, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years’ experience developing automation systems.
• 5-7 years in consumer packaged goods category management.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain plant controls Ethernet network.
• Engineer reliable automation solutions.
• Provide technical support for automation issues.

Skills

Automation systems development

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

4 years’ experience in automation systems

Tools

Rockwell Software

Wonderware

ICIS

Network Management software

Job description

Summary

In this exciting role you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of an outstanding controls Ethernet network. This position requires a motivated, client-centric individual with a wide array of programming and controls engineering skills. The individual also must be a highly effective trouble‑shooter as they will be the highest level of in‑house support. Further, this position will require people who are highly successful at working as part of a team. It will be necessary for them to partner with internal and external resources to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer the plant controls Ethernet network
• Engineer and implement in‑house or work with a third party to produce reliable automation solutions in order to meet the needs of the business. Activities include but are not limited to electrical panel design, device selection, flow charts, project schedules, scope of work, cost estimates
• Provide maintenance break/fix support for automation related issues
• Serve as automation and controls guide on local project teams
• Serve as a high level technical support resource for complex automation and electrical issues
• Produce energy and production reports using Wonderware historian, ICIS energy management, and ICIS Plant Performance, etc.
• Administer and maintain all associated plant databases
• Maintain all automation related programs and documentation including PLC programs, HMI programs, electrical drawings, P&IDs, pin charts, functional analyses, sequence of operations, etc.
• Maintain all automation programming software for the facility such as Rockwell Software, Wonderware, ICIS, Network Management, Ignition, Schneider, etc.
• Work with the Automation and Controls Manager to produce best processes for the Twin Falls location and for the rest of Chobani
• Assist with other plant or department members in developing and championing programs and projects as required
• Work with IT to build a bridge from plant floor data to the ERP system
• Continually seek out best processes and share with the organization
• Share general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years’ experience developing automation systems for production processes
• 5-7 years consumer packaged goods category management experience
• High level of proficiency in working directly with headquarters level customers
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong multi‑functional exposure/experience
• Highly client‑centric and skilled at building and maintaining solid relationships
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Highly organized when prioritizing multiple projects at once
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills
• Knowledgeable of market and industry trends, competitors, and leading customer strategies
• Willingness to travel

Benefits

The salary range for this full-time position is $82,500.00 – $129,800.00, plus bonus, equity, and 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 401(k) 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 off including 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.