Production Operator I

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.

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 Tastepoint North, PA, (onsite role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Accurately manufacture batches by measuring, weighing, and adding ingredients according to established procedures.
• Operate production equipment—including pressure kettles, mix tanks, pumps, and scales—in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to ensure equipment remains in proper working condition.
• Follow all safety protocols, including the use of a full‑face respirator when required for specific materials.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules in a fast‑paced environment.
• Document production activities accurately using computer systems and digital tools.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying and communicating opportunities to enhance processes.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• High school diploma or GED (General Educational Development) required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong math and measurement skills to ensure precise batch preparation.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work weekends when needed to meet customer demand.
• Proficiency using computers and navigating multiple systems; experience with SAP (Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing) is preferred.
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs (22.6 kg) and perform physical work in a production environment.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including full‑face respirators.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new processes or equipment.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience in batch manufacturing or operating mix tanks, pressure systems, or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of SAP or other manufacturing documentation systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in fast‑moving environments.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive hourly compensation with opportunities for overtime.
• Comprehensive training programs, including safety procedures and forklift certification.
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth within a global company.
• Employee wellness and support initiatives.
• Opportunity to contribute to a leading company in science‑driven food, beverage, health, and biosciences innovation.

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