Electrical Technician I

Chobani; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401k match

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Job summary

Chobani is seeking Electrical Technicians to execute plant electrical projects and perform timely maintenance on advanced manufacturing equipment at our Philadelphia-area facility.

Qualified candidates will troubleshoot electrical/mechanical breakdowns per NEC and NFPA-70E, follow GMP and safety standards, and work with our CMMS to create and close work orders. Strong PLC and MCC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of 24VDC, 120VAC, 208VAC, 240VAC, 480VAC, and three-phase electrical systems.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder logic, and control drawings.
• Experience with MCCs, disconnects, breakers, contactors, overloads and transformers.
• High school Diploma or GED.
• 2-year technical trade school certification, military certifications, vocational training, journeyman license preferred.
• A minimum of 3–5 years in a food production/manufacturing environment repairing or troubleshooting processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled production equipment including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and other platforms.
• Repair and perform preventive maintenance on coffee roasting, grinding, conveying, blending, packaging and brewing equipment.
• Support electrical systems for receiving, storage silos, conveying systems, bucket elevators, and dust collection.
• Maintain and troubleshoot coffee grinders, roasters, cooling systems, destoners, and flavor dosing equipment.
• Support automated packaging equipment including form-fill-seal, baggers, weighers, checkweighers, metal detectors, case packers, palletizers and labeling.
• Maintain brewing and extraction systems used for concentrate production, including pumps, heat exchangers, filtration, CIP and instrumentation.
• Ensure operation of electrical equipment by completing PMs and repairs across pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and PLC systems.
• Follow diagrams, manuals, and engineering guidelines; implement electrical projects per standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and control panels.
• Adhere to NFPA 70, 70E, 70B and the Chobani electrical maintenance program.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting PLCs

Safety compliance

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Technical trade school certification

Journeyman license preferred

Tools

MCCs

Disconnects

Breakers

Contactors

Transformers

Job description

Summary

Electrical Technicians responsible for executing plant electrical related projects that are requested through our company CMMS system. Responsibilities also include the timely repair and preventative maintenance of advanced manufacturing equipment in the plant. We are looking for skilled technicians with experience in managing the ongoing electrical projects and electrical related preventative maintenance. Qualified applicants must possess tangible experience in troubleshooting mechanical / electrical breakdowns in manufacturing production equipment and proper execution of new electrical installs as per the NEC and NFPA-70E. Technicians must follow all established safety, GMP`s and environmental standards and adhere to all plant technical standards. Technicians must also comply with all federal, state, local and company regulations including, OSHA, FDA, EPA and SQF.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled production equipment including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and other industrial control platforms.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on coffee roasting, grinding, conveying, blending, packaging, and brewing equipment.
• Support electrical systems associated with coffee bean receiving, storage silos, pneumatic conveying systems, bucket elevators, and dust collection systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot coffee grinders, roasters, cooling systems, destoners, and flavor dosing equipment.
• Support automated packaging equipment including form-fill-seal machines, baggers, weighers, checkweighers, metal detectors, case packers, palletizers, labelers, and stretch wrappers.
• Maintain coffee brewing and extraction systems used for concentrate production, including pumps, heat exchangers, filtration systems, CIP systems, and instrumentation.
• Ensure operation of electrical equipment by completing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing all production equipment (pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and PLC).
• Follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering guidelines.
• Implement plant electrical related projects in a professional manner that meets electrical standards and regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on electrical equipment and control panels.
• Adhere to NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, as well as the Chobani electrical maintenance program.
• Utilize plant computerized maintenance management system for creating, editing, and completing work orders.
• Install repair parts or additions for process as necessary.
• Follow Chobani's safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other duties as assigned

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. Must be available for on-call coverage during off-hours and weekends, as needed.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of 24VDC, 120VAC, 208VAC, 240VAC, 480VAC, and three-phase electrical systems.
• Experience reading electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder logic, and control drawings.
• Experience with motor control centers (MCCs), disconnects, breakers, contactors, overloads, and transformers.
• High school Diploma, GED
• 2-year Technical Trade school certification, military applicable certifications, vocational training, Journeyman License preferred
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a food production / manufacturing environment operating, repairing and/or troubleshooting issues on filling, packaging and other processing equipment. Previous food or beverage industry experience 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 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 visitwww.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$29.50-$42.00, + 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 and flexible time off based on start date and tenure and 11 holidays each year.