Quality Technician I - Grade 6 - B Shift - 6:00AM - 6:30 PM, Every Other Weekend Required
Chobani · New Berlin, NY
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Chobani (food & beverage) in New Berlin, NY. Prepare in-process and finished product samples.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in New York: typical posted base $52k–$70k.
Median of the low and high ends of 5 live postings that list pay, out of 21 quality technician openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 20 other live quality postings in New York.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)
Typical $52k–$70k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 29%
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This plant: Chobani in New Berlin
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requirements
under the Quality System. This role has a responsibility for ensuring both food safety and quality of Chobani product.
Responsibilities
- ◆Prepare in-process and finished product samples
- ◆Perform analytical testing using instrumental and wet chemistry procedure
- ◆Enter and report data using established Laboratory Procedures
- ◆Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance for lab instrumentation
- ◆Analyze incoming ingredients, blends, and finished product to meet specifications
- ◆Perform microbiological analysis on finished product, incoming ingredients, and environmental swabbing
- ◆Collect samples for micro forced life and shelf-life samples
- ◆Monitor and inspect production lines to ensure that quality and package integrity are within specifications
- ◆Complete all documentation associated with quality checks and QC daily reports
- ◆Ability to research historical data when required and report findings
- ◆Place raw materials and finished product on hold
- ◆Monitor sorting of hold product as needed and all quality checks performed by production
- ◆Set up analytical equipment and perform required daily calibrations
- ◆Prepare standard solutions and reagents as required
- ◆Maintain laboratory supply inventory
- ◆Maintain equipment and area cleanliness to ensure compliance with all GMP standards
- ◆Assist processing and production as required
- ◆Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
Requirements
- ✓Degree in a related science field such as chemistry or biology or a minimum of 2 years laboratory experience preferred or equivalent experience
- ✓Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and familiarity with moderate computer skills
- ✓Ability to perform basic laboratory skills in a safe manner and use proper chemical handling procedures
- ✓Familiarity with basic lab equipment and glassware
- ✓Ability to understand, record, and communicate technical data and work independently or in a group
- ✓Ability to detect color changes in chemical testing
- ✓Ability to lift to 40 pounds
- ✓Work 12-hour shifts or other work schedules as determined by business need, including weekends or extra time as required
- ✓Must be certified on the training plan for this position within six months of start date
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Summary
The Quality Control Technician's role is to perform laboratory/quality functions by testing, collecting data, and analyzing findings on raw materials and finished goods. Follow FDA, USDA, and GMP policies. Carry out special projects as needed. Safely perform all tasks to ensure achievement of Quality, Service, and Cost objectives. Follow all standard operating procedures and
Employee Perks & Benefits
- •$23.50/hour minimum with Quarterly Bonus incentives
- •Excellent Benefits with Immediate Paid Time Off
- •Paid Volunteer Opportunities
- •Tuition and Wellness Reimbursements
- •Paid Parental Leave
- •Employee Recognition Programs
- •Free Yogurt!
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 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 va