Maintenance Technician I

Daily Harvest; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 51 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

Chobani is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment, including filling machines, detectors, case erectors, packers, sealers, pasteurizers, motors, pumps and conveyors. You will troubleshoot electrical/mechanical breakdowns, follow GMPs and OSHA/EHS standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualified candidates have 2–5 years in food manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work a 2-2-3 schedule

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2–5 years in food production/manufacturing while operating, repairing, and troubleshooting filling, packaging, and processing equipment.
• Experience with pumps, mechanical drives, lubrication, piping, and motors preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics; use technical manuals and precision tools.

Responsabilités

• Troubleshoot complex issues rapidly with limited information.
• Interact with plant personnel and communicate clearly across levels.
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Provide guidance to operations staff and act as a technical resource.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Follow standard work orders and ensure safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Work over extended hours and in hot or cool environments as required.

Connaissances

Troubleshooting

Self-management

Safety compliance

Communication

Flexibility

Root-cause analysis

Reading schematics

CMMS/EAM experience

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Technical trade school certification / Journeyman preferred

Outils

Pumps

Mechanical drives

Lubrication

Piping

Electrical drawings & schematics

Power tools

CMMS/EAM systems

Description du poste

Summary

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for the timely repair and preventative maintenance of plant equipment. Including filling machines, metal detectors, case erectors, packers, sealers, pasteurizers, motors, and pumps and conveying equipment.

Qualified applicants must possess tangible experience in troubleshooting mechanical / electrical breakdowns in manufacturing production equipment. Technicians must follow all established safety, GMP`s and environmental standards and adhere to all plant technical standards. Technicians must also follow all federal, state, local and company regulations including OSHA, FDA, EPA and SQF.

Schedule: 2-2-3 Schedule (Every other weekend required)

Day Shift: 5:00 am - 5:30 pm

Night Shift: 5:00 pm - 5:30 am ($2.00/hr differential)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for troubleshooting: The ability to rapidly assess, analyze and resolve complicated problems with little initial information or direction and with varying degrees of ambiguity. Intermediate troubleshooting methodology is demonstrated. Able to troubleshoot to technical knowledge and slightly beyond
• Responsible for self-management: Must bring sound interpersonal and communication skills required to interact with all levels of plant personnel. Able to clearly explain different points of view and effectively listen
• At times, work a flexible schedule as needed: Including nights, weekends, and holiday shifts
• Serve as a technical resource providing guidance and assistance to operations personnel
• Address symptoms of problems and get to root cause
• Follow instructions through standard work orders and perform routine and repetitious tasks completely/accurately. All work meets or exceeds standards
• Checks work for mistakes
• Work safely and follow all applicable EHS and FS&Q policies. Identify EHS and FS&Q issues in the plant and regularly report these issues. Prevent employees from doing unsafe and improper FS&Q tasks
• Respond to maintenance calls and work orders promptly with a guiding mentality and positive demeanor. Assists operations in solving issues and improving efficiencies
• Innovative and possess ability to multi -task and shift priorities quickly while remaining focused and professional in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Energy, resilience, determination, and strong analytical skills needed to challenge the status quo
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and reliability opportunities
• Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices

Requirements

• High school Diploma, GED
• 2-year Technical Trade school certification, military applicable certifications, vocational training, and/or Journeyman License preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in a food production/manufacturing environment operating, repairing, and/or troubleshooting issues on filling, packaging, and other processing equipment. Previous dairy, food and beverage industry experience preferred
• Performs without assistance; recognized as a resource to others; able to translate complex nuances to others; able to improve processes; focus on targeted and broader issues
• Understands and discuss the application and implication of changes to processes in competency
• Previous experience in a combination of the following systems: Pumps, Mechanical Drives, Lubrication, Fasteners, Piping, Proper Tool Use, Motors, Pneumatics, Sensors, Proximity Switches, Automatic Valves and other basic mechanical systems and processes
• Practical operation of power tools and maintenance shop equipment
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics
• Able to use Technical Manuals and precision measurement tools
• Work with work orders and CMMS/EAM systems in web-based computer applications
• Work on your feet for up to 12 hours, lift, push, or pull up to 60 pounds, climb ladders, work at heights, work overhead, work in confined spaces, and work in very hot and very cool environments
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance
• While performing the duties of this job, the technician is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day

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 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 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 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 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 $27.75 - $37.25, + 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.

• 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.