Sanitation Technician I

Chobani; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

Chobani in Allentown, PA is hiring a Sanitation Technician to support the Sanitation Lead and Production Operators in cleaning production filling equipment. You will follow GMP and Safety guidelines, handle chemicals, and perform tasks as scheduled by the Sanitation Supervisor.

The role requires a High School diploma, 3–6 months in manufacturing, ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand 12 hours, and work as part of a team. Schedule Mon-Thu 6:00 am to 4:30 pm; full-time with benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–6 months in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Work with chemical cleaning compounds and operate sanitary equipment.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 35 lbs, stand for 12 hours, bend, stoop, and reach.
• Organize work and follow CIP schedules.
• Work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Attend pre-shift meetings with sanitation leadership.
• Communicate effectively within the sanitation team and other teams.
• Clean production filling equipment and the filler room during sanitation.
• Ensure proper chemical concentrations via titration checks and documentation.
• Complete tasks as scheduled on the Job Duties Worksheet.
• Assist Environmental Technicians to clean other areas per Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Deep clean and train production employees on cleaning procedures.
• Follow Chobani safety procedures and GMP.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Chemical handling

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 35 lbs

Stamina to stand 12 hours

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sanitation equipment operation

Job description

Summary

The Sanitation Technician's role is to help Sanitation Lead and Production Operators clean the production filling equipment. The CIP Technician will follow all applicable GMP and Safety guidelines (including chemical handling) and will complete the needed tasks/duties as scheduled or when needed. This role reports directly to the Sanitation Supervisor.

Schedule: M-Th 6:00 am - 4:30 pm

Responsibilities

• Attend pre-shift meetings with Sanitation Manager, Sanitation Supervisor, or Sanitation Lead
• Effective communication within the sanitation team and other teams
• Take direction from the Sanitation Lead to clean the production filling equipment and the filler room during sanitation
• Ensure proper chemical concentrations are achieved by completing titration checks and documenting appropriately
• Complete tasks as needed and as indicated on Job Duties Worksheet
• When production filling equipment is not in need of cleaning, work with the Environmental Technicians to clean other areas within the plant as part of the Master Sanitation Schedule
• Deep clean and train production employees how to clean/deep clean
• Follow Chobani safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other tasks as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3-6 months in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Work with and around chemical cleaning compounds and operate sanitary operations powered equipment
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 35 lbs, stand for 12 hours, bend, stoop, and reach
• Organize work and follow CIP schedules
• Work in a team

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 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$22.25-$28.75, + 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.