Summary The Equipment and Reliability Engineer is responsible for improving asset and process efficiencies to deliver step change results in OEE and cost through engineering support and data-driven decision making. Utilizing their engineering skills, they will work in a collaborative environment with Operations and Maintenance to solve complex problems, redesign equipment and support new equipment installations. The successful candidate will also possess leadership skills that will enable them to lead projects, initiatives and influence the organization.

Responsibilities

Solve complex problems in a way that sustainably delivers step change improvements in OEE and/or Cost.

Be able to redesign equipment not currently capable of achieving OEE/Cost goals due to reliability and/or speed capabilities.

Lead root cause analysis, failure tracking, and corrective action implementation to improve equipment reliability.

Work with and lead 3rd party engineering teams to support the first two bullet points when needed.

Prepare conceptual engineering designs and floor plans for filler/packaging equipment

Use Six Sigma and data driven tools (FMEA, MTTR, MTBF and others) to solve complex problems.

Serve as engineering subject matter expert on local project teams

Lead root cause analysis, failure tracking, and corrective action implementation to improve equipment reliability.

Research engineering topics, prepare studies and conduct trials with production

Assist with transitioning capital projects to the production plant team

Develop & Maintain documentation in support of filler/packaging changes (Process Description, Scope, Process Drawings, etc)

Solicit and critique proposed filler/packaging changes, submittals and designs

Use team management skills to lead problem solves, business initiatives and capital projects

Assess vendors for competence, capabilities, resources, and financial status. Review and negotiate bid documents

Accountable for project development and execution to include budget, schedule, and performance

Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field)

7-10 years of experience (including experience at the plant level)

Six Sigma Green Belt certified or the ability to achieve certification within 6 months of start date

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both in oral and written form

Experience creating and drafting technical documents and reports

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, computer aided design (CAD).

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 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

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: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. 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.