Production Operator II

IFF; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the taste, scent, and nutrition industry as a Production Operator II. This role involves performing core process operations, including media prep, fermentation, blending, and packaging. As an entry-level position, you will also manage material handling while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• AAS/BS degree or HS Diploma with 1-3 years manufacturing experience.
• Basic computer skills required, knowledge of SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform core process operations including media prep, fermentation, and packaging.
• Operate production equipment and monitor production processes.
• Maintain records and adhere to safety practices.

Skills

Mechanical abilities

Excellent organizational skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Education

AAS/BS degree in a scientific or technical field or HS Diploma

Tools

SAP

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Job Summary

Perform core process operations - may include media prep, fermentation, recovery, blending and packaging, material handling, receiving, shipping, and packaging.

• Material handling: includes taking samples, weighing, and mixing of materials, packaging of goods and materials, transporting materials within plant.
• Operation of production equipment and monitoring status of the production processes.
• Ability to read, follow and execute all Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain all necessary shift paperwork including written and electronic records.
• Perform all housekeeping duties according to GMP standards, maintaining a clean workspace and environment.
• 100% adherence to all safety practices.
• Assists with all manufacturing duties as needed.
• Keeps a positive attitude and works through issues in a constructive manner.
• Participate in Operations support teams.
• Act in compliance with all company policies including, but not limited to: Quality, Safety, Food/Feed Safety, Environmental, GMPs, Dietary Supplements, and HACCP-HARPC
• Responsible for adherence to all quality systems including ISO 22000 Food Safety, FAMI-QS and NSF Dietary Supplements Ingredients with an understanding of IFF Corporate Quality policies and procedures.
• Responsible to complete training and perform qualified individual tasks according to site’s Food/Feed Safety Plan.
  
  

Job Summary

Perform core process operations - may include media prep, fermentation, recovery, blending and packaging, material handling, receiving, shipping, and packaging.

• Material handling: includes taking samples, weighing, and mixing of materials, packaging of goods and materials, transporting materials within plant.
• Operation of production equipment and monitoring status of the production processes.
• Ability to read, follow and execute all Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain all necessary shift paperwork including written and electronic records.
• Perform all housekeeping duties according to GMP standards, maintaining a clean workspace and environment.
• 100% adherence to all safety practices.
• Assists with all manufacturing duties as needed.
• SAP inputs/outputs.
• Keeps a positive attitude and works through issues in a constructive manner.
• Participate in Operations support teams.
• Act in compliance with all company policies including, but not limited to: Quality, Safety, Food/Feed Safety, Environmental, GMPs, Dietary Supplements, and HACCP-HARPC
• Responsible for adherence to all quality systems including ISO 22000 Food Safety, FAMI-QS and NSF Dietary Supplements Ingredients with an understanding of IFF Corporate Quality policies and procedures.
• Responsible to complete training and perform qualified individual tasks according to site’s Food/Feed Safety Plan.
  
  

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Position requires rotational shift schedule of 4 days on (2-12 hour AM shifts then 2-12 hour PM Shifts), and 4 days off; Ability to work overtime.
• Must be able to handle physical demands of the position including frequent lifting of up to 55 lbs.
• Able to work in extreme cold conditions for short period of time.
• Must be able to work while using a Respirator.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• AAS/BS degree in a scientific or technical field or HS Diploma with 1-3 years manufacturing experience.
• Basic computer skills required, knowledge of SAP a plus.
• Mechanical abilities are required.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Must be able to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities to meet objectives.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills to work with a very interactive and self-directed group.
• Highly motivated and Safety conscious.
• Thrive in an environment of continuous improvement.
  
  

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

Salary Ranges:

$42400- $53000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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