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Chobani
Process Engineer II - Dairy
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What they do
A Process Engineer solves problems related to the manufacturing and use of products, including chemicals, fuel, food, and clothing. Designs new products, improves existing ones, or develops new processes for better use of existing materials. May specialize in a chemical engineering process, such as making plastics, or in an industry such as health care.
$106,247 / year median in New York
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Process Engineer II - Dairy Chobani $82,500.00 - $129,800.00, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, York, Berlin 669 County Road 25 (Show on map) Jul 11, 2026 Summary The Process Engineer II is responsible for improving the performance, reliability, and efficiency of manufacturing processes within the plant. This role focuses on optimizing processing operations, improving milk yield, reducing losses, and increasing throughput through data analysis, process troubleshooting, and targeted improvement initiatives. This position works closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Automation teams to identify process constraints and implement sustainable improvements. The Process Engineer II is expected to take ownership of larger or more complex improvement efforts and provide guidance to less experienced engineers within the team. Responsibilities
Lead process improvement initiatives focused on milk yield optimization, waste reduction, throughput improvement, and process stability.
Analyze plant performance data and operational trends to identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains.
Partner with Operations leadership to investigate process deviations, product holds, and performance losses, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, helping structure investigations and improvement work.
Develop and maintain process standards and operating parameters to ensure consistent execution across shifts.
Monitor and trend key process variables such as protein recovery, solids losses, batch performance, and production yield.
Support troubleshooting of complex process issues impacting product quality, production performance, or equipment operation.
Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Automation teams to implement improvements and ensure solutions are sustainable.
Translate operational challenges into structured improvement initiatives with measurable results.
Ensure process improvements are documented, validated, and sustained within plant operations.
Provide technical expertise on dairy processing systems including separation, fermentation, filtration, blending, and related processes.
Support operational improvement projects that may require equipment adjustments, process changes, or system configuration improvements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in mechanical chemical engineering programs (or equivalent)
3 - 7+ years of process engineering experience in food or dairy manufacturing.
Ability to guide and support less experienced engineers while leading improvement efforts.
Experience in dairy processing is strongly preferred, including exposure to systems such as separation, fermentation, filtration, evaporation, or similar processing operations.
Demonstrated ability to lead process optimization or operational improvement initiatives
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
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.