Plant Manager III

IFF Inc.; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

IFF Inc. in Carrollton, TX is seeking a Plant Manager to lead our onsite manufacturing site, driving safety, quality, delivery, inventory and cost performance while partnering with multi-site leadership to execute strategic initiatives.

You will shape the future of the site with a focus on people and process excellence. The ideal candidate has a technical degree and 10+ years of industrial experience, including 5+ years in leadership, with a track record in Lean, change management and building

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industrial experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in food and/or chemical process industries is a plus.
• Strong leadership, collaboration and communication abilities.
• Data-driven and action-oriented mindset with strategic direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the factory to achieve best-in-class safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintenance best practices.
• Foster employee engagement and build high-performing teams.
• Collaborate with multi-site leaders to execute strategic initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory and policy compliance and effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Data-driven decision making

Lean Manufacturing

Spanish language

Education

Technical university degree

Job description

Job Summary

Ready to lead one of IFF's key manufacturing sites and drive world-class performance in safety, quality, service, and people development? Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success. We are currently seeking a Plant Manager in Carrollton, TX in an onsite capacity. Be part of a strategic, growth-oriented, and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. As Plant Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our manufacturing facility, driving performance and shaping the future of the site. Your mission is to enable the plant to achieve “best in class” results in People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost, while aligning with our business objectives. This role requires strong business acumen and close collaboration with multi-site leadership to develop and execute strategic initiatives.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Champion operational excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People performance.
• Maximize production capability through continuous improvement programs and maintenance best practices.
• Foster a culture of employee engagement, trust, and capability development.
• Act as a change agent, challenging paradigms and promoting a culture of problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ensure exceptional customer service through capacity planning, adherence to manufacturing schedules, and effective communication.
• Achieve financial goals related to cost, productivity, and inventory management.
• Drive collaboration within the plant and across the global IFF network, engaging effectively with business and functional leaders.
• Define the future vision for the site and set critical operating objectives.
• Maintain compliance with all regulations, company policies, and processes.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• University degree in a technical field (advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of industrial experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role; experience in food and/or chemical process industries is a plus.
• Proven leadership skills with strong collaboration and communication abilities.
• Ability to quickly grasp technology and lead change initiatives effectively.
• Experience driving cultural transformation and building high-performing teams.
• Strong prioritization and strategic direction-setting capabilities, with a data-driven and action-oriented mindset.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles (preferred).
• Fluent Spanish is highly preferred.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience leading multi-functional teams in a global manufacturing environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a mission-driven culture where your work truly makes a difference. Opportunity to lead strategic initiatives with global impact. Strong focus on employee well‑being and engagement. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your well‑being. 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.