Processing Relief Operator A Shift (Twin Falls, ID, US)

Daily Harvest; Twin Falls (ID); Vor Ort; USD 38.000 - 51.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Chobani is seeking a Dairy Processing Vacation Relief Operator to cover vacation shifts for Milk Receiving, HTST, and Quark Separator Operator positions. You will safeguard safety, food safety, and product quality while following GMPs and safety procedures in a fast-paced dairy production environment.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, ability to multitask, and clear communication across teams. You will support pasteurization, CIP cycles, and QA sample collection with emphasis on

Qualifikationen

• Dairy, processing, separator, and clean-in-place experience preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills, including the ability to learn and navigate HMI and network-based process systems.
• Understanding of dairy processing flow, HTST systems, separators, and clean-in-place systems, or the ability to become qualified in each covered assignment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Aufgaben

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, required PPE, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Communicate safety, quality, or equipment concerns to the lead, supervisor, QA, or maintenance as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and timely operating, cleaning, and process documentation.
• Coordinate production, cleaning, material flow, and equipment needs with Dairy Processing teams and supporting departments.
• Take samples from and visually inspect milk trucks prior to unloading.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Monitor silo cleaning timers and ensure silos are washed in a timely manner.
• Lead product pasteurization activities during the assigned shift and verify equipment is operating properly.
• Disassemble and assemble KDB strainers/separators.
• Navigate and operate the process HMI computer system and manage product routing based on operational needs.
• Manage CIP cycles for equipment on pasteurized and whey CIP stations, coordinate cleaning schedules with other departments, and communicate completion to support filler operation and prevent product loss.
• Collect post-inoculation samples when maturation tanks are filled and run results on the FT2.
• Recalibrate the pH meter and test pH on maturation tanks, separators, and CY tanks.

Kenntnisse

Basic math

HMI navigation

Troubleshooting

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Communication under stress

Tools

HMI software

Jobbeschreibung

Summary

The Dairy Processing Vacation Relief Operator provides vacation relief and operational coverage for the Milk Receiving Operator, HTST Operator, and Quark Separator Operator positions. The position is responsible for protecting employee safety, food safety, and product quality while following applicable safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and operating requirements.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• follow all safety policies, procedures, required personal protective equipment, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Promptly communicate safety, quality, or equipment concerns to the lead, supervisor, Quality Assurance, or maintenance as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and timely operating, cleaning, and process documentation.
• Communicate effectively with Dairy Processing teams and supporting departments to coordinate production, cleaning, material flow, and equipment needs.
• Take samples from and visually inspect milk trucks prior to unloading.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Monitor silo cleaning timers and ensure silos are washed in a timely manner.
• Operate and run the scale house when needed based on business needs
• Lead product pasteurization activities during the assigned shift and verify that equipment is operating properly.
• Complete accurate and legible chart documentation, including seal status and required cut-in and cut-out validation before production.
• Print and review clean-in-place records immediately after washing, including temperature, flow, titration, and time trends; follow required escalation, swabbing, and rewash steps when results are in question.
• Start up, shut down, and clean the whey reverse osmosis system.
• Pull samples for Quality Assurance butterfat testing on skim and cream and notify the supervisor when results are out of line.
• Partner with leads and maintenance to troubleshoot operational problems and support work with maintenance and/or the state inspector during ISDA audits.
• Disassemble and assemble KDB strainers/separators.
• Navigate and operate the process HMI computer system and manage product routing based on operational needs.
• Manage clean-in-place cycles for equipment on the pasteurized and whey CIP stations, coordinate cleaning schedules with other departments, and communicate completion to support filler operation and prevent product loss.
• Use Historian on the computer network to verify that completed clean-in-place cycles are valid.
• Collect post-inoculation samples when maturation tanks are filled and run results on the FT2.
• Recalibrate the pH meter and test pH on maturation tanks, separators, and CY tanks.

Requirements

• Dairy, processing, separator, and clean-in-place experience preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills, including the ability to learn and navigate HMI and network-based process systems.
• Understanding of dairy processing flow, HTST systems, separators, and clean-in-place systems, or the ability to become qualified in each covered assignment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, and maintain effective communication during routine and stressful situations.
• Must have or obtain certification to do milk samples.
• Ability to work independently within established procedures and collaborate with Quality Assurance, maintenance, leadership, and other departments.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours, including on wet floors.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work in a loud, fast-paced processing environment and wear required personal protective equipment.

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. 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.