Automation Technician II - Night Shift
Chobani · Twin Falls, ID
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level controls role at Chobani (food & beverage) in Twin Falls, ID. Further, this position will require people who are highly successful at working as part of a team.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Root cause, FDA / GMP, PLC, Automation
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 263 other live controls postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $79k–$99k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Automation 64%
- ✓ PLC 60%
- Robotics 34%
- Team leadership 28%
- ✓ Root cause 24%
- Union environment 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Controls team at Chobani
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Send a short, curious note
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Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Chobani in Twin Falls
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Full description from ChobaniAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems
- ◆Identify problem root cause by observing mechanical systems and devices in operation; listening for problems and using precision measuring and electrical testing instrumentation and other troubleshooting methods
- ◆Provide maintenance break/fix support for automation related issues, and work with Automation Engineers on equipment repair and improvements
- ◆Serve as automation and controls domain expert on local project teams. Deliver training to operations and other groups as needed
- ◆Serve as a high-level technical support resource for complex automation and electrical issues
- ◆Redline all Automation related programs and documentation including PLC programs, HMI programs, electrical drawings, P&IDs, pin charts, functional analyses, sequence of operations, etc.
- ◆Assist with other plant or department members in developing and championing programs and projects as required
- ◆Continually seek out best practices and share with the organization
- ◆Share of general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups
- ◆Follow Chobani safety and GMP procedures and practices
Requirements
- ✓Associates degree in the field of controls/automation or related preferred
- ✓3-5 years of electrical, PLC and instrumentation experience working in an industrial facility
- ✓Knowledge of PLC systems troubleshooting and programming specifically focused on Allen Bradley PLC
- ✓General knowledge of HMI systems focused on Rockwell Factory Talk View ME/SE or Inductive Automation Ignition
- ✓Broad knowledge of automation and electrical devices and equipment
- ✓Intermediate knowledge of personal computers and windows operating systems
- ✓Ability to use electrical diagrams, process flow diagrams, piping, and instrumentation diagrams
- ✓Ability to effectively cooperate with personnel of different backgrounds and skill level
- ✓Ability to train and transfer knowledge to others
- ✓Create and maintain relevant documentation
- ✓Prioritize numerous tasks given time constraints and ensure tasks are completed
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Summary
The Automation Technician is responsible for assessing technical problems in all areas of the facility and implementing a vetted-out solution in a timely fashion. This position requires a motivated, customer focused individual that is a highly effective trouble-shooter and solution provider. The individual will provide outstanding in-house support. Further, this position will require people who are highly successful at working as part of a team. It will be necessary for them to partner with internal and external resources to be successful.
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 various types of paid time of including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
