Production Operator

Iff-c92e5b82; Ten Mile Run (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF in South Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Production Operator to run and monitor the daily production line, weighing, blending, and packing flavors with precision on second and third shifts. You will follow SOPs, maintain GMP and safety standards, and assist with inventory and labeling tasks.

The role requires accurate weighing to 0.001 g, ability to read English, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. SAP/IFFMan experience is a plus; strong safety and quality focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be safety and quality focused.
• Able to read English and follow SOPs.
• Able to weigh with 0.001 g accuracy.
• Willing to work 2nd/3rd shift with OT.
• Experience in chemical process manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery on the production line for manufacturing, packaging and related steps.
• Weigh and blend flavors, and mill/pack chemicals as instructed on shop floor papers.
• Label stock containers and QC samples; fill flavors per paperwork and inventory systems (SAP/IFFMan).
• Replenish inventory and participate in cross-training programs and safe work practices.

Skills

Math skills

Reading ability

Safety focus

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

IFFMan

Job description

Job SummaryAre you ready for your next step in your career?IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.We have a great opportunity in USA where 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.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 Brunswick - USA and is for the Second Shift and Third Shift.Where You’ll Make a DifferenceThe 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.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.What Makes You the Right FitAble to work efficiently utilizing sound technical skills in weighing both liquid & powders accurately on an analytical balance.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)Ability and willingness to work as part of a team to solve problems, develop procedures, recommend improvements, and help other departments as and when required.How Would You Stand Out?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) shift hours with required early, late and Saturday OT.2 years in chemical process manufacturing experience preferably for food manufacturing plant.Powders compounding experience preferred.SAP and IFFMan experience a plus.Why Choose Us?Professional onboarding processExcellent benefits for our employeesTraining opportunitiesLearning and development programsIFF is committed to attracting, retaining, and engaging high-performing employees. We are committed to ensuring that all positions within IFF are filled with the right talent and, where appropriate, this objective is achieved by developing current employees.At IFF, we encourage internal movement and career development both within functions and cross functions. We work to ensure the most positive experience throughout the application, hiring and transition process for all those involved, the candidate as well as their current manager and the hiring manager.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