Capital Project Leader

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is looking for a Capital Project Leader II in New Century, KS. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end execution of minor capital projects worth up to $5M in a hybrid work environment. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience in food or chemical manufacturing are required. Candidates must possess strong project management skills, engineering knowledge, and ability to work collaboratively. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience executing capital projects in food, chemical, or manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of engineering fundamentals, industry codes, and manufacturing systems.
• Comfort working in a hands-on, onsite manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of site minor capital programs up to $5M.
• Manage costs, schedules, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project outcomes.

Skills

Project management fundamentals

Engineering fundamentals

Safety in design

Cost control

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

This IFF Career Site uses Google Analytics, as described in our , for purposes that may include site operation, analytics, enhanced user experience. You may choose to consent or decline to our use of Google Analytics below.Capital Project Leader II page is loaded## Capital Project Leader IIremote type: Hybrid Workinglocations: New Century, KS (Plant), USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R17732**Job Summary**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 **New Century, KS (onsite role)**. You will play a critical role in delivering site capital projects that support safe, efficient, and reliable food ingredients manufacturing operations. Working closely with site leadership and cross‐functional partners, you will help translate business needs into executed capital solutions.## **Where You’ll Make a Difference*** Lead the **end‐to‐end execution of site minor capital programs**, with a total portfolio value up to **$5M** and individual projects typically up to **$1M*** Execute projects from **inception through operational handover**, ensuring compliance with site and corporate engineering and safety processes* Partner with **operations, maintenance, engineering, technology, safety, quality, and procurement** to deliver robust project outcomes* Drive **design development, constructability, and safety‐in‐design** throughout all project phases* Maintain disciplined control of **cost, schedule, and performance**, including forecasting and monthly capital reporting* Manage internal resources and **external engineering and construction partners** to ensure scope, quality, and schedule adherence* Support **readiness‐to‐operate, commissioning, and close‐out** activities, including documentation and financial closure* Contribute to **site capital planning**, supporting project prioritization aligned to operational and business needs## **What Makes You the Right Fit*** Bachelor’s degree in **Engineering** (Process/Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Food Technology, Bio‐Tech) or equivalent technical experience* **2+ years of experience** executing capital projects in food, chemical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments* Working knowledge of **engineering fundamentals, industry codes, and manufacturing systems*** Experience with **project management fundamentals** including scheduling, cost control, and risk management* Familiarity with **manufacturing processes, utilities, equipment, DCS systems, and Management of Change (MOC)*** Ability to **manage multiple projects simultaneously** and work independently in a site environment* Proven ability to collaborate effectively across **cross‐functional and external teams*** Comfort working in a **hands‐on, onsite manufacturing setting*** Experience executing projects through a formal **minor capital project process*** Knowledge of **SAP, capital cost controls, or portfolio management tools*** **OSHA 30 (Construction Safety)** or equivalent certification* Work on projects that support **food ingredients used by consumers worldwide*** A strong **safety‐first culture** and commitment to operational excellence* Opportunities to grow **technical and project leadership capabilities*** A collaborative, site‐based environment with real business impact* Competitive compensation and benefits* A purpose‐driven organization focused on innovation and sustainabilityWe 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 to learn moreAt IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.