Manufacturing Technician I

IFF; George Town; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, is recruiting for a safety and compliance-focused role based in Penang, Malaysia (onsite). You will support EHSQ and food safety initiatives, assist in staff development, cost controls, and production KPIs while contributing to continuous improvement across the plant.

The successful candidate will hold a Diploma in Food Technology or related discipline, have knowledge of GMP/HACCP, and be comfortable working

Qualifications

• Diploma in Food Technology, Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent experience considered.
• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of EHSQ standards, GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EHSQ and Food Safety management systems; meet regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Promote safe practices by supporting hazard identification, incident reporting, and investigations; assist in implementing safety programs like WALK, HIRA, LSR, and EASI.
• Support environmental initiatives by understanding and applying environmentally safe processes and practices in daily operations.
• Assist in staff development, including onboarding, training, and performance reviews; contribute to creating a flexible and skilled workforce.
• Manage operating costs by supporting cost control measures, reducing rework, and leading area-level cost-saving projects.
• Support production operations by ensuring adherence to SOPs, GMP, HACCP, and 5S principles; assist in meeting production schedules and KPIs.
• Contribute to project activities, including Management of Change (MOC), equipment training, and post-project reviews for continuous improvement.
• Handle administrative tasks, such as investigating complaints, managing corrective actions, and supporting halal certification and continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

SAP familiarity

MS Office

Education

Diploma in Food Technology or related

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Food Ingredients: Innovating improved nutritional profiles, better taste and texture, and greater cost efficiency to meet the needs of global food and beverage manufacturers. The role is based in Penang, Malaysia (onsite). Be part of an agile, collaborative, and strategic team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Ensure compliance with EHSQ (Environment, Health, Safety, and Quality) and Food Safety management systems, meeting regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Promote safe practices by supporting hazard identification, incident reporting, and investigations; assist in implementing safety programs such as WALK, HIRA, LSR, and EASI.
• Support environmental initiatives by understanding and applying environmentally safe processes and practices in daily operations.
• Assist in staff development, including onboarding, training, and performance reviews; contribute to creating a flexible and skilled workforce.
• Manage operating costs by supporting cost control measures, reducing rework, and leading area-level cost-saving projects.
• Support production operations by ensuring adherence to SOPs, GMP, HACCP, and 5S principles; assist in meeting production schedules and KPIs.
• Contribute to project activities, including Management of Change (MOC), equipment training, and post-project reviews for continuous improvement.
• Handle administrative tasks, such as investigating complaints, managing corrective actions, and supporting halal certification and continuous improvement programs.
• Maintain compliance with temporary operating instructions (TOI) and assist in updating procedures and documentation for production processes.

What Makes You The Right Fit

• Diploma in Food Technology, Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent experience considered.
• Fresh graduate is encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of EHSQ standards, GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to adapt to change and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar systems and proficiency in MS Office applications.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Proficiency in English and local languages are huge advantage.
• Solutions-driven and thrives under pressure.
• Team-oriented with a proactive mindset.

Why Choose Us?

• Professional onboarding process
• Training opportunities
• Learning and development programs

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more