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.

Health & Biosciences:Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologiesthat powerinnovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

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

• Conduct accurate pre-weighting of flask, seed, main, and cryo materials for Probiotics production.
• Weigh raw materials according to batch sheets and ensure correct removal of materials from MES/SAP.
• Clean and sanitize the Pre-Weigh room daily and as needed to maintain compliance with GMP and safety standards.
• Ensure all pre-weigh activities are completed on time with accurate documentation of weights, batch IDs, and system entries.
• Assist operations during periods of low pre-weigh workload to support overall production flow.
• Maintain full adherence to safety practices and quality assurance systems including ISO 9001 and ISO 22000.
• Work in an organized, safe manner to address safety, GMP, and housekeeping expectations.
• Communicate effectively across shifts, tasks, and teams to ensure continuity and clarity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities, maintaining attention to detail, and following through improvement actions.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• High school diploma required; experience with material preparation is a plus.
• Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and execute tasks to meet operational deadlines.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a highly interactive, self-directed group.
• Highly motivated, safety-conscious, and committed to producing high-quality work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation, handoffs, and problem resolution.
• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks safely and effectively.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience working in pre-weigh, materials handling, or regulated production environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 22000, FAMI-QS, NSF, or similar quality systems.
• Proven success supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Choose Us?

• Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for training, skill building, and professional development.
• Join a company committed to quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Contribute directly to high-impact Probiotics production processes.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Rotational shift schedule allowing extended days off.

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