Processing Maintenance Technician Lead - D Shift; 16:00 - 04:30, every other weekend required)
Chobani · Twin Falls, ID
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Chobani (food & beverage) in Twin Falls, ID. Lift, push or pull up to 60 pounds.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Automation
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 17 other live reliability postings in Idaho.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 56%
- Root cause 33%
- EHS / safety 33%
- FDA / GMP 28%
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This plant: Chobani in Twin Falls
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Responsibilities
- ◆Direct the completion of work regarding processing systems, filling and packaging equipment, automation activities and utilities systems
- ◆Provide guidance to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges
- ◆Work with Maintenance staff on various repairs as needed
- ◆Manage the preventive maintenance program for the shift ensuring assignments are properly completed, audited and improvement suggestions are implemented
- ◆Use Chobani’s computer maintenance management system to track and complete work orders
- ◆Assign Technicians to jobs in order to efficiently meet maintenance demands and minimize downtime
- ◆Work with Supervisor to identify and attend courses to improve personal management skills
- ◆Support weekly schedule to ensure adequate coverage for the required work and operations, monitor daily work and provide updates as required
- ◆Build an empowered work environment
- ◆Provide input to management for performance reviews and knowledge development
- ◆Encourage team members, including communicating team goals, training and identifying areas for new training or skill checks
- ◆Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative leadership style to create an engaged, motivated and hard-working team
- ◆Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- ◆Proficiency with Microsoft office applications and EAM systems. Able to proficiently use Microsoft systems to communicate data in a clear and effective manner
- ◆Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing procedures and practices, and champions upholding them
Requirements
- ✓High school Diploma, GED
- ✓Two-year Technical Trade school certification, military applicable certifications, vocational training, Journeyman License preferred
- ✓2-5 years of experience in a food production / manufacturing environment operating, repairing and/or troubleshooting issues on filling, packaging and other processing equipment. Previous dairy, food and beverage industry experience preferred
- ✓Knowledge of safety & lock out tag out programs
- ✓Experience with basic hand & power tools
- ✓Knowledge of preventative/predictive maintenance procedures
- ✓Mechanical competence and problem-solving skills
- ✓Ability to work effectively in teams
- ✓Excellent written, verbal and listening skills
- ✓Weekend work or overtime may be required
- ✓Climb ladders, work at heights, work overhead, work in confined spaces and work in very hot and very cool environments
- ✓Lift, push or pull up to 60 pounds
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Summary
The Maintenance Technician Lead directs the hourly maintenance crew activities in support of all plant production maintenance to include processing systems, filling and packaging operations, automation and utilities support equipment. Work closely with production shift managers, supervisors and area leads to develop/maintain a strong partnership to ensure effective and efficient operations of all production plant equipment. This role has a responsibility for ensuring both food safety and quality of Chobani product.
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 locat
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