Production Operator

Job Summary

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

Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success.​

The role is based in South Brunswick, NJ (onsite). Be part of a collaborative, safety‑driven, and high‑performing team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Compound solid and liquid flavors through accurate weighing, blending, mixing, sifting/milling, and packing of raw materials.

• Follow detailed shop floor papers, SOPs, and batch instructions to ensure product quality and compliance.

• Maintain a safe working environment by using PPE and actively supporting a strong safety culture.

• Ensure processing areas and equipment meet GMP, sanitation, and food safety (HACCP) standards.

• Perform precise weighing of liquids and powders using analytical balances.

• Complete inventory transactions, including backflushing raw materials in SAP and IFFMan.

• Fill flavor samples and finished goods containers and process them correctly in inventory systems.

• Label QC samples, shipping samples, and stock containers accurately and on time.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in chemical process manufacturing, preferably in food manufacturing.

• Strong basic math, reading, and computer skills with the ability to read and understand English instructions.

• Demonstrated ability to accurately weigh materials to 0.001 grams using analytical scales.

• Working knowledge of the metric system, including weight conversions.

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Physically able to lift up to 25 kg and handle 50 kg bags and 200 kg drums.

• Willingness to work 2nd and 3rd shifts with required overtime, including Saturdays.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Previous powders compounding experience.

• Hands‑on experience with SAP and/or IFFMan.

• Forklift certification and experience operating mechanical equipment.

Why Choose Us?

• Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation, holidays, 16 weeks paid parental leave (maternity and paternity), and an annual bonus plan.

• Work with a global organization known for innovation and sustainability.

• Opportunity to cross‑train in additional operations such as Rototherm and Extrusion.

• Strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Inclusive and team‑oriented culture where your contributions matter.

Salary Range:

Starting at 25/hr. including shift differential on off shifts

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

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