Maintenance Mechanic

International Flavors and Fragrances; Kansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) is seeking a maintenance technician for its New Century, KS facility. This on-site role focuses on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a modern manufacturing environment.

You will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot PLCs, calibrate instrumentation, and uphold safety and quality programs. The position requires technical training and strong problem-solving abilities, with a permanent night shift

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; technical training preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical and instrumentation systems in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of PLCs, electrical controls, sensors, instrumentation, motor controls, and process automation.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, and P&IDs.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, calibration, and inspections.
• Understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to work independently.
• Proficient CMMS usage and maintenance documentation.
• Willingness to work permanent night shift: Wed–Sun, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, PLC-controlled systems, instrumentation, sensors, motors, drives, and related controls.
• Calibrate, tune, install, and commission instrumentation and process control equipment.
• Support production by diagnosing equipment failures and recommending corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, including work orders, calibration records, spare parts usage, and history files.
• Update electrical drawings, control schematics, P&IDs, and maintenance records to reflect changes.
• Assist with mechanical repairs and inspections involving pneumatic and hydraulic systems as required.
• Promote a safe work environment and support food safety and quality programs.
• Communicate maintenance priorities, pending repairs, and shift handoffs with team and management.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Mechatronics

CMMS familiarity

Reading schematics & P&IDs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related

Technical certification in Electrical/Instrumentation

Tools

CMMS software

PLC systems

Electrical drawings interpretation

Job description

Job Summary

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.

For yourawareness, IFF has announced its intention to sell its Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners. The sale is presently expected to close in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. The Food Ingredients business unit will remain a part of IFF until close and, at such time, it will transition to CVC Capital Partners. In applying for this position, you acknowledge your awareness that the position is a part of the Food Ingredients business unit and has been identified to transition to CVC Capital Partners.

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 on New Century, KS (On- site 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

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems throughout the facility.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, PLC-controlled systems, instrumentation, sensors, motors, drives, and associated control devices.
• Calibrate, tune, install, and commission instrumentation and process control equipment to ensure optimal operation.
• Support production and other departments by diagnosing equipment failures and recommending corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, including work orders, calibration records, spare parts usage, and equipment history files.
• Update electrical drawings, control schematics, P&IDs, and maintenance records to reflect equipment modifications and process changes.
• Assist with mechanical repairs and inspections involving pneumatic and hydraulic systems as required.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all safety procedures, performing required safety checks, and supporting food safety and quality programs.
• Communicate maintenance priorities, pending repairs, and shift handoffs effectively with team members and management.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training in Electrical, Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical and instrumentation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLC systems, electrical controls, sensors, instrumentation, motor controls, and process automation equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, and P&IDs.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, calibration, and equipment inspections.
• Understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and completing maintenance documentation.
• Ability and willingness to work a permanent night shift schedule of Wednesday through Sunday, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM..

How You Would Stand Out

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Automation, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in food, ingredients, chemical, or process manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of ISO, food safety, environmental, and occupational health and safety standards.

Why Choose Us?

• Join a global leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences, and specialty ingredients.
• Work with advanced manufacturing technologies and industrial automation systems.
• Be part of a collaborative maintenance team focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities for professional growth, technical development, and career advancement.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Make a direct impact on plant performance and operational excellence every day.

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