Operator

IFF; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

IFF is seeking an Operator 1 to join our Pryor, OK site in a fully on-site role. You will support daily warehouse and production activities, ensuring GMP, safety, quality, and accurate inventory processes across the shift.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and hands-on experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or packaging environments, with forklift certification and strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or production environment.
• Ability to operate forklifts and maintain 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 standing for long periods.
• Flexibility to support overtime, shift coverage, and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GMP, food safety, quality standards, and standard procedures are followed.
• 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 systems.
• Complete production transactions, batch verification, trailer inspections, and documentation accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas through sanitation, waste removal, equipment cleaning, and housekeeping.
• Assist with rework, blending, dumping, big bagging, repalletizing, and material movement as needed.
• Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and escalate when needed.
• Collaborate with team members and shift leaders to improve processes and productivity.
• Complete required training, certifications, Workday activities, stop audits, and other compliance requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

GMP knowledge

Inventory systems

Teamwork

SOP adherence

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Inventory scanners

Labeling systems

Job description

Job Summary

Are you ready to apply your warehouse operations expertise in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork drive success?

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 elevate 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 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.

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