HTST Operator - Grade 6 - A Shift - 6:00 AM-6:30 PM, Every Other Weekend Required

Chobani•Town of Pittsfield, NY

4d•$26 - $34

About The Position

The HTST Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining and sanitizing HTST equipment to ensure proper sterilization and processing of the 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of experience in a production environment

Responsibilities

Verify that the HTST set-up person injects the starter into the batch at the proper time
Using the same process as the milk, heat-treat cream through another HTST; setting up proper pipes and connections
Wash equipment, while checking titrations for caustic and acid levels, to ensure correct chemicals for wash
Fill processing hot tanks through the HTST with water; ensure water recycling is working properly
When the system is sanitized, enter milk source on the computer and activate the transfer of milk to the hot processing tanks
When all water dissipates, activate the batch tank; monitoring to ensure the milk pushes remaining water into drain and the milk goes into batch tank
Ensure the batch tank is at the proper temperature and that proper temperatures are maintained
Take batch samples so the lab can check for bacteria, PH and solidity of the sample; record on paperwork
Once agitator tank is off, seal until it is ready to be used again
Check for leaks and replace gaskets if required
Complete other tasks as assigned
Follow Chobani safety procedures
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices

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!
medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement
401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter
paid and flexible time off based on start date and tenure and 11 holidays each year