Manager, Production Shift

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. in Jacksonville, FL, onsite, seeks a Manufacturing Shift Supervisor to lead and coordinate all shift activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

You will supervise area supervisors, coach teams, monitor processes and drive quality and productivity improvements. The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a proven ability to solve problems in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; additional college coursework preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, biotechnology, food production, chemical processing, or related environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward achieving operational goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and shifts.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in an operational environment.
• Strong focus on results, process performance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and production reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities during assigned shifts to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Supervise Area Supervisors and provide coaching, guidance, and support to drive team performance.
• Monitor production processes and ensure product quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Serve as the primary point of communication between shifts and cross-functional departments to promote operational alignment.
• Identify process, equipment, or staffing issues and implement timely corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Analyze operational challenges and lead problem-solving efforts to improve process performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Complete administrative responsibilities including shift reporting, documentation, workforce coordination, and performance monitoring.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Results-oriented

Multi-priority management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Production reporting systems

Computer applications

Job description

Job Summary Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact? Job Description IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design. The role is based in Jacksonville, FL (Onsite). Be part of a high-performing and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities during assigned shifts to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Supervise Area Supervisors and provide coaching, guidance, and support to drive team performance.
• Monitor production processes and ensure product quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Serve as the primary point of communication between shifts and cross-functional departments to promote operational alignment.
• Identify process, equipment, or staffing issues and implement timely corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Analyze operational challenges and lead problem-solving efforts to improve process performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Complete administrative responsibilities including shift reporting, documentation, workforce coordination, and performance monitoring.

What Makes You the Right Fit?

• High School Diploma required; additional college coursework preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, biotechnology, food production, chemical processing, or related environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward achieving operational goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and shifts.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in an operational environment.
• Strong focus on results, process performance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and production reporting systems.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience supervising manufacturing teams in a regulated production environment.
• Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives.

Why Choose Us?

• Opportunity to lead teams in a global organization committed to innovation and sustainability.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
• Career development and advancement opportunities across a global network.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies within the industry.
• Commitment to employee safety, well-being, and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

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 At 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.