Production Operator

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; South Brunswick, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Learning and development programs

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Vacation

Paid parental leave

Job summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. in South Brunswick, NJ, is hiring a Production Operator to control or operate machinery along the production line, including weighing, blending and filling flavors.

This on-site role requires strong attention to safety, GMP/HACCP knowledge, ability to read instructions on shop floor papers, and accuracy with scales to 0.001 g. The job involves lifting heavy materials and possible forklift operation, with cross-training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading, computer skills, and able to read English.
• Must be safety and quality focused.
• Must be able to use of scale having accuracy of 0.001 grams and weigh small amounts of material accurately.
• Able to understand and use the metric system, including conversion of weights.
• Must be able to follow directions and understand Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to wear respirator.
• Ability to operate forklift and other mechanical equipment.
• Ability to lift 25 kg containers and handle 200kg drums and 50 kg bags.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high odor, team oriented environment.
• Ability to work Monday to Friday, 2nd (3:30pm-11:50pm) and 3rd (11:30pm-7:50am) shift hours with required early, late and Saturday OT.

Responsibilities

• Control or operate machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line.
• Compound solid and liquid flavors by weighing, blending, mixing and sifting/milling, and packing of chemicals by following instructions on shop floor papers.
• Fill flavor samples and finish goods containers as per paperwork and process in the inventory system.
• Back flush the quantity of raw materials used from inventory in systems including SAP and IFFMan.
• Print and put required labels on stock containers, QC samples and samples for shipping.
• Replenish inventory as necessary.
• Participate in cross training programs.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Weighing accuracy

Reading / comprehension

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

IFFMan

Job description

## Production OperatorApply: On-site: South Brunswick, NJ, USA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 22, 2026 (20 days left to apply): R21852**Job Summary**Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact? 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 control or operate machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. May be expected to handle heavy machinery.The Powders Production Operator reports to the Senior Team Lead and will be responsible for compounding solid and liquid flavors by weighing, blending mixing and sifting/milling, and packing of chemicals by following instructions, steps, and information on shop floor papers. Flavor Production Worker will also be responsible for filling flavors as per instruction of shop floor paper. This position is located in South Brunswick, NJ - USA and is fully onsite. **Where You’ll Make a Difference** * Maintain a safe working environment, utilize appropriate safety equipment, PPE and proactively improve the safety culture of department.* Maintain processing area and equipment in a clean, sanitary and presentable condition; adhere to GMP with knowledge of food safety and HACCP programs.* Able to work efficiently utilizing sound technical skills in weighing both liquid & powders accurately on an analytical balance.* The position requires the candidate to have the ability to follow detailed instructions in the compounding of flavors.* After finishing compounding, back flush the quantity of raw materials used from inventor in systems including SAP and IFFMan.* Fill flavor samples and finish goods containers as per paperwork and process in the inventory system.* Print and put required labels on stock containers, QC samples and samples for shipping.* Replenish inventory as necessary.* Must participate cross training programs including but not limited to (Rototherm/Extrusion Operations) **What Makes You the Right Fit** * Ability and willingness to work as part of a team to solve problems,* Develop procedures and ecommend improvements* Able to help other departments as and when required. **How Would You Stand Ou**t?* High school graduate or equivalent.* Basic math, reading, computer skills, and able to read English.* Must be safety and quality focused.* Must be able to use of scale having accuracy of 0.001 grams and weigh small amounts of material accurately.* Able to understand and use the metric system, including conversion of weights.* Must be able to follow directions and understand Standard Operating Procedures.* Ability to wear respirator.* Ability to operate forklift and other mechanical equipment.* Ability to lift 25 kg containers and handle 200kg drums and 50 kg bags.* Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high odor, team oriented environment.* Ability to work Monday to Friday, 2nd (3:30pm-11:50pm) and 3rd (11:30pm-7:50am) shift hours with required early, late and Saturday OT. **Why Choose Us?*** Training opportunities* Learning and development programs from day one* Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holidays, 16 weeks paid parental leave (maternity and paternity) and an annual bonus plan.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 moreSalary Ranges:34,916.00ᅠ-ᅠ49,880.00ᅠUSD