Automation Engineer

In this exciting role you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of a world class controls Ethernet network. This position requires a motivated, customer focused individual with a wide array of programming and controls engineering skills. The individual also must be a highly effective trouble-shooter as they will be the highest level of 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.

• Develop, implement, and administer the plant controls Ethernet network
• Engineer and implement in-house, or work with a third party to produce reliable automation solutions in order to meet the needs of the business. Activities include but are not limited to Electrical panel design, Device selection, Flow Charts, Project Schedules, Scope of work, Cost estimates
• Provide maintenance break/fix support for automation related issues
• Serve as automation and controls subject matter expert on local project teams
• Serve as a high level technical support resource for complex automation and electrical issues
• Produce energy and production reports using Wonderware historian, ICIS energy management, and ICIS Plant Performance, etc.
• Administer and maintain all associated plant databases
• Maintain all Automation related programs and documentation including PLC programs, HMI programs, electrical drawings, P&IDs, pin charts, functional analyses, sequence of operations, etc.
• Maintain all automation programming software for the facility such as Rockwell Software, Wonderware, ICIS, Network Management, Ignition, Schneider, etc.
• Work with the Automation and Controls Manager to produce best practices for the Twin Falls location and for the rest of Chobani
• Assist with other plant or department members in developing and championing programs and projects as required
• Work with IT to build a bridge from plant floor data to the ERP system
• Continually seek out best practices and share with the organization
• Share of general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years' experience developing automation systems for production processes.
• 5-7 years consumer packaged goods category management experience.
• High level of proficiency in working directly with headquarters level customers.
• Strong and proven leadership skills.
• Strong cross-functional exposure / experience.
• Highly customer focused with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects against deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Knowledgeable of market and industry trends, competitors, and leading customer strategies.
• Willingness to travel.

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, we are a values-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and have been since Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S., founded the company in 2005. We produce , , , and . Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, and it's made with only natural ingredients without artificial preservatives.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything we do. Our philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to our communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. We manufacture our products in New York, Idaho, and Australia. Chobani products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets. For more information, please visit and follow us on , , and .

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws.