Process Engineer

International Flavors and Fragrances; City of Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances in Melbourne (Dandenong) is seeking a Process Engineer to support new product introductions, manufacturing trials, and scale-up activities. You will analyze data, develop process documentation, and collaborate across Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and R&D to deliver objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and 3+ years in manufacturing. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in food, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of process development, scale-up, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introductions, manufacturing trials, and process scale-up activities.
• Analyze process data and prepare technical reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Develop process documentation and temporary manufacturing instructions.
• Participate in safety reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and RC&D teams to deliver business objectives.
• Support capital projects, equipment commissioning, and plant start-up activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Food Engineering

Job description

International Flavors and Fragrances – Dandenong VIC

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Taste:Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shapetrends in flavor building and fuel market success.

The role is based in Melbourne, Australia (onsite role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Support new product introductions, manufacturing trials, and process scale-up activities.


• Analyze process data and prepare technical reports with recommendations for improvement.


• Develop process documentation and temporary manufacturing instructions.


• Participate in safety reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and RC&D teams to deliver business objectives.


• Support capital projects, equipment commissioning, and plant start-up activities.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or a related discipline.


• 3+ years’ experience in food, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar manufacturing environments.


• Understanding of process development, scale-up, and manufacturing operations.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across cross-functional teams.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience in food ingredients, beverage, flavour, or nutrition manufacturing.


• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement methodologies.


• Experience supporting capital investment or operational excellence projects.

Why Choose Us?

At IFF, you’ll work with talented colleagues to create innovative solutions that improve everyday products enjoyed by consumers around the world. Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your ideas can make a real impact.