Operator

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Vacation

Holidays

Parental leave (16 weeks)

Annual bonus

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. in Pryor, OK is seeking an Operator 1 for on-site warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork to support AutoPack and inventory accuracy.

You will operate forklifts and palletizing equipment, complete production transactions, and maintain clean work areas while following SOPs and GMP guidelines. Flexibility for overtime is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or production environment.
• Ability to operate forklifts and maintain required equipment certifications.
• Understanding of GMP, safety policies, quality standards, and food manufacturing practices.
• Experience using inventory systems, scanners, production transactions, and operational documentation.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, quality standards, and all operational procedures.
• Support daily AutoPack and warehouse operations including pallet handling, labeling, scanning, and inventory accuracy.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet inverters, stretch wrappers, palletizing equipment, and related warehouse systems.
• Complete production transactions, batch verification, trailer inspections, and documentation accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas through routine sanitation, waste removal, equipment cleaning, and housekeeping activities.
• Assist with rework, blending, dumping, big bagging, repalletizing, and material movement activities as needed.
• Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate.
• Collaborate with team members and shift leaders to improve processes, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Complete required training, certifications, Workday learning activities, stop audits, and other compliance requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory systems

Equipment troubleshooting

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse systems

Job description

## OperatorApply: On-site: Pryor, OK, USA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 11, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R22998**Job Summary**Are you ready to apply your warehouse operations expertise in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork drive success?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 Pryor, OK (onsite role). Be part of a collaborative, safety-focused, high-performing team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.Operator 1 ## Where You'll Make a Difference* Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, quality standards, and all operational procedures.* Support daily AutoPack and warehouse operations including pallet handling, labeling, scanning, and inventory accuracy.* Safely operate forklifts, pallet inverters, stretch wrappers, palletizing equipment, and related warehouse systems.* Complete production transactions, batch verification, trailer inspections, and documentation accurately.* Maintain clean, organized work areas through routine sanitation, waste removal, equipment cleaning, and housekeeping activities.* Assist with rework, blending, dumping, big bagging, repalletizing, and material movement activities as needed.* Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate.* Collaborate with team members and shift leaders to improve processes, productivity, and operational efficiency.* Complete required training, certifications, Workday learning activities, stop audits, and other compliance requirements. ## What Makes You the Right Fit* High school diploma or equivalent required.* Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or production environment.* Ability to operate forklifts and maintain required equipment certifications.* Understanding of GMP, safety policies, quality standards, and food manufacturing practices.* Experience using inventory systems, scanners, production transactions, and operational documentation.* Ability to follow SOPs, work instructions, and established processes with a high level of accuracy.* Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.* Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving materials, and extended periods of standing.* Flexibility to support overtime, shift coverage, and changing operational priorities. ## How Would You Stand Out?* Previous experience in an automated packaging or food manufacturing environment.* Experience troubleshooting packaging, wrapping, or palletizing equipment.* Demonstrated ability to train and mentor team members on operational procedures and best practices. ## Why Choose Us?* Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holidays, 16 weeks paid parental leave (maternity and paternity) and an annual bonus plan.* Join a global organization committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability.* Work in a safety-first environment that values employee development.* Gain opportunities to learn new equipment, technologies, and manufacturing processes.* Be part of a collaborative team where continuous improvement is encouraged.* Build a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and advancement. For your awareness, 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 suchtime, 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.