Quark KDB Coordinator - Grade 6 - B Shift - 6:00AM - 6:30PM, Every Other Weekend Required
Date: Jul 9, 2026
Location: New Berlin, NY, US
Company: Chobani
Summary
We are seeking someone skilled and experienced in KDB that will play a key role in coordinating KDB operations. This role requires someone with leadership, excellent communication, and organization skills. The KDB Coordinator will bring the team together and ensure operational excellence. The primary focus of this role will be on owning safety of self and co-workers, producing product within specification, minimizing product waste, and strengthening and sustaining communication between Processing and Production.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to KDB Operators, fostering a motivated team environment.
- Conduct thorough training for all new KDB Operators, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of operational procedures. Further continuous learning and development within the team.
- Lead improvements and implement initiatives within KDB. Remain positive through change and encourage team members to do the same.
- Lead Greek Yogurt (GY) operations with a focus on improving efficiency and capacity. Ensure proper filler pairing for optimized production.
- Help bridge communication gaps between the KDB department and production, ensuring seamless collaboration throughout shifts.
- Help ensure proper use of Quadbeam control to improve KDB efficiencies.
- Ensure CIP execution for all KDB’s and associated equipment. Lead KDB rotation to ensure the next shift is set up to continue running well.
- Coordinate with team to ensure working areas are clean and organized throughout entire shift.
- Coordinate KDB teardowns, working with maintenance to complete work.
- Ensure all paperwork is filled out accurately and reviewed at the end of each shift. Maintain a high standard of documentation for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Provide coverage on shift as needed, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
- Assist Lead and Supervisor with managing breaks on the KDB team.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years of experience in a production environment. Experience in KDB is a plus.
- Mechanical skills are a plus.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Self-sufficiency, motivation, and organizational skills.
- Strong focus on improving operational efficiencies.
- Commitment to training and development.
- Complete other tasks as needed
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 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.
The salary range for this full-time position is $25.50 - $33.50, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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 and flexible time off based on start date and tenure and 11 holidays each year.
Nearest Major Market: Utica