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.

The role is based on Rochester, NY (On- site 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

• Perform core process operations, which may include media preparation, fermentation, recovery, blending, packaging, receiving, shipping, and material handling.
• Handle materials including sampling, weighing, mixing, transporting, and packaging according to production needs.
• Operate production equipment and continuously monitor process conditions to ensure safe and reliable performance.
• Read, follow, and execute all Work Instructions and SOPs, ensuring accurate completion of all shift paperwork (written and electronic).
• Maintain housekeeping standards according to GMP requirements, ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
• Ensure 100% adherence to all safety practices, procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Support manufacturing tasks as needed to maintain workflow and production continuity.
• Perform SAP transactions for inputs, outputs, and inventory movements.
• Participating in operations support teams to enhance collaboration and continuous improvement.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• AAS/BS degree in a scientific or technical field, or a high school diploma with 1–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Basic computer skills required; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with production equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and plan effectively.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate within a highly interactive, self-directed group.
• High motivation, safety awareness, and commitment to following quality and compliance standards.
• Ability to thrive in an environment focused on continuous improvement.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Previous experience in fermentation, food/feed, dietary supplements, or related regulated industries.
• Experience working within ISO 22000, FAMI-QS, or NSF quality environments.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment or process deviations effectively.

Why Choose Us?  

• Join a team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with diverse processing technologies.
• Continuous learning and development through training and cross-functional collaboration.
• Be part of an organization focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Work schedule with consecutive days off, supporting strong work-life balance.

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