Production Ooperator

International Flavors and Fragrances; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. As Production Operator in South PA, USA for THIRD SHIFT, you will operate machinery to support manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along the production line. You may handle heavy equipment and work weekends as needed.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and efficiency, with opportunities to learn and apply process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and work with others.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Must be able to work weekends to complete customer orders.
• Able to lift 50 lbs without difficulty.
• Ability to weigh ingredients accurately using scales and flow meters.
• Willingness to learn quickly and suggest process improvements.
• Capable of wearing a full-face respirator when required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate and timely manufacture of batches.
• Accurately measure all required materials and operate all kettles and tanks.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work area and ensure equipment is cleaned.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Lift 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP knowledge

Forklift trained

Job description

Job Summary

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

As Production Operator you will operate machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. May be expected to handle heavy machinery. This position is located in South PA, USA for THIRD SHIFT.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Responsible for the accurate and timely manufacture of batches.
• Accurately measure all required materials, correctly add, and effectively operate all pressure kettles and mix tanks, including, but not limited to: scales, pumps, tanks and other manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work area by ensuring the department and allequipment are cleaned and kept in good working order.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, effectively working with other members of the department.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Must be able to work on weekends when needed to complete customer ordersthat arescheduled.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs without difficulty.
• Ability to weigh ingredients accurately utilizing tools such as floor scale and flow meter.
• Ability to learn quickly and highlight process improvements.
• Capable of wearing full-face respirator when required for handling of specific materials.

How Would You Stand Out?

• High School diploma or GED required
• Candidate should be computer literate, with the ability to navigate between different windows and transactions.
• S.A.P. knowledge and experience is preferred.
• Forklift trained is preferred.

Why Choose Us?

• Professional onboarding process
• Training opportunities

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