Senior Project Manager

Lead small to large capital projects at the Twin Falls, Idaho facility. The position requires experience in running Capital projects in an operating facility, a high degree of responsibility, leadership, decision making ability and self-sufficiency. May also support projects at other Chobani facilities.

• Define the scope of the project in collaboration with senior management and end users
• Build a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully project completion.
• Identify resources (time, money, equipment, etc) required to complete the project
• Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
• Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as the need arises
• Set the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion

• Lead project staff according to the established policies and practices of the organization
• Ensure that all project personnel receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the project
• Contract qualified consultants to work on the project as appropriate

• Implement the project according to the project plan
• Develop forms and records to document project activities
• Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately detailed and secured
• Supervise the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
• Establish a communication schedule to update collaborators including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards

• Write reports on the project for management and Finance
• Connect with Finance and Operations
• Monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures
• Coordinate cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)
• Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date

• Ensure that the project work is timely, within budget and at the required level of quality
• Evaluate the outcomes of the project as established during the planning phase

• 5+ years of Project management.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering (will depend on experience and other certifications acquired.)
• PMP\PMI certification is a plus.
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Pro-active, personal drive, decisiveness, commercial/business acumen, excellent communication and teamwork skills, organizational proficiency and the ability to prioritize
• Some Travel Required
• Inventory management skills
• Positive attitude, high energy, flexibility and personal initiative
• Inquisitiveness and creativity to implement process improvements
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain professional demeanor

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 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

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.