Summary

The Process Engineer will be required to define, document, and implement the best manufacturing technologies while developing, maintaining, and implementing machinery and processing specifications. The individual will be responsible for developing and implementing engineering projects as assigned by the Process Engineering Manager and take responsibility for execution of the assigned scope of work within the constraints of the schedule, budget, and specifications. The position requires high responsibility, leadership, decision-making ability, and self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

- Act as a processing subject matter authority with the team in support of the project management, automation, and performance optimization groups

- Define and develop all aspects of dairy processing equipment used in manufacturing of Greek yogurt

- Participate in all phases of a project from initial team meetings though pre-award support, proposal generation, installation, commissioning and start up

- As assigned by the Project Manager, specify processing equipment which meet project expectations within the time and budget constraints of the approved project

- Provide guidance and expertise to operations packaging engineers, plant operations, project managers and other functions as necessary in the development of packaging related projects

- Support the R&D Innovation team, Corporate Quality and Sales & Marketing in the development of processing systems and solutions for Chobani’s customers and consumers

- Interact with operation, marketing, quality, sales, and multiple equipment suppliers

- May be assigned as project manager on specific projects as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Processing, Mechanical, Biochemical or Chemical engineering programs

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar engineering role

• Experience in dairy processing processes, including pasteurization, separation, etc. Desirable but not required

• Experience in processing equipment and materials as related to the food and beverage industry

• Working knowledge of project life cycle deliverables, contract & schedule

• Knowledge in sizing pumps, piping, and other general dairy processing equipment

• Proficient in the use Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Project, CAPE or TOPS, and Autocad

• Pro-activity, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial/business discernment, communication skills, excellent teamwork skills, organizational competency, and the ability to prioritize

• Must be willing to travel and may occasionally spend significant periods of time on site (may include weekends when necessary)

• May be required to work in a site environment in the presence of heavy equipment, smoke, dust, and noise

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