Maintenance Technician I

Chobani; Town of Columbus (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Chobani is hiring Maintenance Technicians to repair and maintain plant equipment including filling machines, detectors, case erectors, and pumps. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical breakdowns in a fast-paced dairy/food production environment.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience in food manufacturing, read schematics, and follow GMP and safety standards. The role requires flexibility with shifts and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with technical training preferred.
• 2–5 years in food production/manufacturing maintenance roles.
• Experience repairing filling/packaging/processing equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficient with CMMS/EAM and use of power tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment rapidly and determine root causes.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine tasks per orders.
• Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays as needed.
• Serve as technical resource to Operations and guide other staff.
• Follow safety, GMP, OSHA, FDA, EPA, SQF requirements at all times.
• Read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings and manuals.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

CMMS/EAM usage

Education

High school diploma/GED

Journeyman license preferred

Tools

CMMS/EAM systems

Pumps

Motors

Pneumatics

Sensors

Job description

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.

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 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$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. 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.