Production Operator

IFF; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional onboarding process

Training opportunities

Forklift training

Job summary

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, is seeking a Production Operator for the South PA third shift. You will operate equipment along the production line and help ensure efficient, compliant manufacturing.

Responsibilities include measuring and adding materials, handling kettles and tanks, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, weekend availability, basic computer skills, and SAP knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Ability to work on weekends to meet customer orders.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate scale/flow meters.
• Willingness to wear a full-face respirator when required.
• SAP knowledge is beneficial and computer literacy is expected.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery along the production line for timely batch manufacture.
• Accurately measure and add materials; handle kettles and tanks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Manufacturing experience

Weekend availability

Lifting 50 lbs

Weighing ingredients

Process improvements

Respirator use

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

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

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 all equipment 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 orders that are scheduled.
• 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