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Get Access To All JobsSenior Director, Operations Strategy
Date: Mar 6, 2026
Location: Twin Falls, ID, US
Summary
The Sr. Director of Operational Execution serves as the strategic driver and onsite leader for the Twin Falls plant’s highest-priority initiatives, programs, and cross-functional projects. Acting as an extension of the SVP of Operations, this role ensures operational alignment, disciplined execution, clear accountability, and timely delivery across all major workstreams that impact plant performance, capability, and scalability.
This leader is a core member of the Twin Falls Site Leadership Team and plays a critical role in shaping the plant’s long-range operational roadmap, elevating executional rigor, and enabling the site to consistently meet business objectives in safety, quality, service, cost, and people development.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Alignment
- Partner with the SVP of Operations and Site Leadership Team to translate strategic objectives into actionable, prioritized initiatives and execution plans.
- Drive operational discipline by establishing clear timelines, milestones, success metrics, and governance frameworks for major programs.
- Ensure cross-functional alignment and proactive communication across Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance/Utilities, EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, and R&D.
Program & Project Governance
- Serve as the primary onsite sponsor and leader for high-priority initiatives (e.g., capacity expansion, line performance optimization, cost-reduction programs, new capabilities, digital transformation, and workforce strategies).
- Build and oversee project management structures that track progress, anticipate risks, and ensure resource allocation is optimized.
- Remove obstacles, escalate issues appropriately, and ensure initiative owners have the tools, data, and support needed for success.
Operational Excellence
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, using data-driven decision making to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and systemic gaps.
- Embed best-practice methodologies (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma) to elevate execution and sustain long-term improvements.
- Strengthen cross-functional coordination and performance by aligning work systems, standardizing workflows, and ensuring accountability.
Leadership & Organizational Influence
- Influence and coach leaders across the site to build executional rigor, enhance organizational capability, and improve cross-functional collaboration.
- Act as a thought partner to the SVP of Operations on site strategy, organizational design, talent development, and long-term capability building.
- Provide clear communication to senior leadership on initiative status, resource demands, risks, and recommendations.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field).
- 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or a related environment.
- Demonstrated success leading complex, high-impact, cross-functional programs within a large-scale manufacturing or CPG facility.
- Deep experience with Lean, TPM, continuous improvement, and operational excellence frameworks.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional leadership presence with the ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse teams.
- Strong project and portfolio management capability; able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Highly skilled in problem-solving, risk mitigation, systems thinking, and change management.
- Outstanding communication skills; able to translate complexity into clarity for all levels of the organization.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments with shifting priorities and significant ambiguity.
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, craftsmanship 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.
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 time off including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.
Compensation Range: $194,000.00 - $290,000.00, plus bonus.
Senior Director, Operations Strategy
Date: Mar 6, 2026
Location: Twin Falls, ID, US
Summary
The Sr. Director of Operational Execution serves as the strategic driver and onsite leader for the Twin Falls plant’s highest-priority initiatives, programs, and cross-functional projects. Acting as an extension of the SVP of Operations, this role ensures operational alignment, disciplined execution, clear accountability, and timely delivery across all major workstreams that impact plant performance, capability, and scalability.
This leader is a core member of the Twin Falls Site Leadership Team and plays a critical role in shaping the plant’s long-range operational roadmap, elevating executional rigor, and enabling the site to consistently meet business objectives in safety, quality, service, cost, and people development.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Alignment
- Partner with the SVP of Operations and Site Leadership Team to translate strategic objectives into actionable, prioritized initiatives and execution plans.
- Drive operational discipline by establishing clear timelines, milestones, success metrics, and governance frameworks for major programs.
- Ensure cross-functional alignment and proactive communication across Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance/Utilities, EHS, Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, and R&D.
Program & Project Governance
- Serve as the primary onsite sponsor and leader for high-priority initiatives (e.g., capacity expansion, line performance optimization, cost-reduction programs, new capabilities, digital transformation, and workforce strategies).
- Build and oversee project management structures that track progress, anticipate risks, and ensure resource allocation is optimized.
- Remove obstacles, escalate issues appropriately, and ensure initiative owners have the tools, data, and support needed for success.
Operational Excellence
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, using data-driven decision making to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and systemic gaps.
- Embed best-practice methodologies (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma) to elevate execution and sustain long-term improvements.
- Strengthen cross-functional coordination and performance by aligning work systems, standardizing workflows, and ensuring accountability.
Leadership & Organizational Influence
- Influence and coach leaders across the site to build executional rigor, enhance organizational capability, and improve cross-functional collaboration.
- Act as a thought partner to the SVP of Operations on site strategy, organizational design, talent development, and long-term capability building.
- Provide clear communication to senior leadership on initiative status, resource demands, risks, and recommendations.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field).
- 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or a related environment.
- Demonstrated success leading complex, high-impact, cross-functional programs within a large-scale manufacturing or CPG facility.
- Deep experience with Lean, TPM, continuous improvement, and operational excellence frameworks.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional leadership presence with the ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse teams.
- Strong project and portfolio management capability; able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Highly skilled in problem-solving, risk mitigation, systems thinking, and change management.
- Outstanding communication skills; able to translate complexity into clarity for all levels of the organization.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments with shifting priorities and significant ambiguity.
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, craftsmanship 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.
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 time off including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.
Compensation Range: $194,000.00 - $290,000.00, plus bonus.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Operations Jobs at Chobani Jobs
Translate your credentials into U.S. manufacturing equivalents
Food production and supply chain credentials from outside the U.S. don't always map cleanly to American job titles. Document your experience against FDA food safety standards and U.S. GMP requirements before applying, since Chobani's Operations hiring reflects regulated dairy manufacturing.
Target Chobani's plant locations strategically
Chobani operates large-scale production facilities, not just a corporate headquarters. Operations roles at plant sites often have different hiring timelines and urgency than office-based positions, so filter your search by facility location rather than applying broadly.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Identify Operations openings at companies with a documented history of visa sponsorship before you apply cold. Migrate Mate filters employers by sponsorship track record, so you can prioritize Chobani's active Operations listings rather than guessing which roles are open to sponsored candidates.
Understand the H-1B cap timeline before accepting an offer
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer outside that window, ask your Chobani recruiter whether the role can be structured as cap-exempt or whether USCIS premium processing is on the table to compress the timeline.
Prepare for PERM documentation requirements on Green Card pathways
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship through PERM requires your employer to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. For Operations roles, this means your experience, certifications, and degree need to match the minimum requirements Chobani files with DOL, so align your resume precisely to the posted job description.
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Find Operations at Chobani JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Chobani sponsor H-1B visas for Operations roles?
Yes, Chobani has sponsored H-1B visas for Operations positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed for every open role, and it depends on the specific position, your qualifications, and timing relative to the H-1B cap registration period each March. Reaching out to Chobani's talent acquisition team early in the process gives you the clearest picture of whether sponsorship is available for a specific listing.
How do I apply for Operations jobs at Chobani?
Applications go through Chobani's careers portal, where Operations roles are listed by location and department. You can also find verified sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate, which filters Chobani's active Operations listings by visa sponsorship eligibility. Tailoring your resume to reflect food manufacturing, supply chain, or production quality experience relevant to dairy operations will strengthen your application.
Which visa types are commonly used for Operations roles at Chobani?
Operations roles at Chobani have been supported through H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. F-1 OPT and CPT are common entry points for recent graduates. TN visas apply to Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible occupational categories. H-1B and PERM-based Green Card sponsorship are more common for longer-term placements in specialized or senior Operations functions.
What qualifications does Chobani expect for Operations positions?
Chobani's Operations roles span a wide range, from production floor positions to supply chain and continuous improvement functions. Technical roles typically require a degree in engineering, food science, operations management, or a related field. Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, or lean manufacturing practices is frequently mentioned in job descriptions. For visa sponsorship eligibility under H-1B, the role must qualify as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
How long does visa sponsorship take for an Operations role at Chobani?
Timeline depends on visa type. F-1 OPT authorization from USCIS takes up to 90 days, so applications should be submitted well before your program end date. H-1B sponsorship for cap-subject roles requires registration in March with a potential October 1 start, meaning lead time can exceed six months. TN status for Canadians can be obtained at the border in a single visit. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship through DOL typically takes one to two years or longer.
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