Manufacturing Technology Lead – Biotech & Automation

International Flavors and Fragrances; Oregon; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) seeks a seasoned Engineering Leader to head the Manufacturing Technology function at our Clackamas, Oregon site. You will oversee project portfolios, drive capital initiatives, and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver robust, compliant solutions for high-scale production.

The role requires a deep background in chemical/biochemical processing, strong collaboration across locations, and the ability to operate in a cGMP environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience leading engineering teams in industrial/biochemical processing environments.
• Proven ability to drive multi-year projects and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing Technology function at a large-scale industrial biotechnology site, overseeing project portfolios and team performance.
• Mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team through goal setting, performance reviews, coaching, and recognition.
• Translate Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology and Operations goals into actionable departmental initiatives.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects with effective stakeholder communication.
• Provide robust process, equipment, and automation design solutions, including troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase capacity, product quality, safety, and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with site capital and automation teams to align resources and master plan.
• Partner with Process R&D to implement new products and process changes.
• Contribute to global strategies within Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Team motivation

Technical bioprocessing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) seeks a seasoned Engineering Leader to head the Manufacturing Technology function at our Clackamas, Oregon site. You will oversee project portfolios, drive capital initiatives, and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver robust, compliant solutions for high-scale production.

The role requires a deep background in chemical/biochemical processing, strong collaboration across locations, and the ability to operate in a cGMP environment.