Manufacturing Technology Manager

IFF • Beloit, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences? International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. As the Manufacturing Technology Manager, you will be part of our Health and Biosciences Business Unit, and you’ll play a key role in advancing industrial biotechnology through technical leadership and strategic execution. This role is based in Beloit, Wisconsin (onsite). Be part of a strategic, solution-oriented, and growth-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference Lead the Manufacturing Technology function at a large-scale industrial biotechnology site, managing both project portfolios and team performance. Develop and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team through goal setting, performance reviews, coaching, and recognition. Translate Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology and Operations goals into actionable departmental initiatives. Prioritize and manage multiple projects, ensuring effective communication with internal stakeholders, business leaders, and the global Manufacturing Technology organization. Support operations by providing robust process, equipment, and automation design solutions, including proactive troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase capacity, enhance product quality, support safety enhancements, and reduce operational costs. Collaborate with site capital and automation teams to align resources and develop the site’s long-term master plan. Partner with business leaders and the Process Research and Development team to implement new products and process changes. Contribute to global strategies and initiatives as a member of the Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology leadership community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of eight years of engineering experience, preferably in industrial or biochemical processing.
• Proven experience in team leadership or project management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial biotechnology processes, including fermentation, downstream processing, and both liquid and solid formulation.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple locations, functions, and business divisions.
• Strong decision-making, prioritization, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with confidence in engaging senior leadership.
• Solid financial and business acumen, including experience in project justification and budgeting.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in managing multi-year engineering project pipelines.
• Familiarity with automation systems and capital project planning.
• Ability to foster innovation and drive technical excellence across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Manufacturing Technology function at a large-scale industrial biotechnology site, managing both project portfolios and team performance.
• Develop and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team through goal setting, performance reviews, coaching, and recognition.
• Translate Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology and Operations goals into actionable departmental initiatives.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects, ensuring effective communication with internal stakeholders, business leaders, and the global Manufacturing Technology organization.
• Support operations by providing robust process, equipment, and automation design solutions, including proactive troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase capacity, enhance product quality, support safety enhancements, and reduce operational costs.
• Collaborate with site capital and automation teams to align resources and develop the site’s long-term master plan.
• Partner with business leaders and the Process Research and Development team to implement new products and process changes.
• Contribute to global strategies and initiatives as a member of the Health and Biosciences Manufacturing Technology leadership community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K savings plan with company contribution, paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and annual bonus eligibility.
• Inclusive and collaborative work culture that values diverse perspectives.
• Access to advanced tools, technologies, and global expertise.
• Commitment to sustainability and responsible innovation.
• Opportunities for career development and global mobility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees