Operator

IFF•Pryor Creek, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

IFF is hiring an Operator 1 for its Food Ingredients business unit in Pryor, Oklahoma. This is an onsite role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are central. The operator supports AutoPack and warehouse operations, handles materials and inventory, operates warehouse and packaging equipment, completes production documentation, and helps maintain clean and compliant work areas. The role also contributes to troubleshooting, process improvement, training, and other operational activities as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or production environment.
Ability to operate forklifts and maintain required equipment certifications.
Understanding of GMP, safety policies, quality standards, and food manufacturing practices.
Experience using inventory systems, scanners, production transactions, and operational documentation.
Ability to follow SOPs, work instructions, and established processes accurately.
Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving materials and standing for extended periods.
Flexibility to support overtime, shift coverage, and changing operational priorities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an automated packaging or food manufacturing environment.
Experience troubleshooting packaging, wrapping, or palletizing equipment.
Demonstrated ability to train and mentor team members on operational procedures and best practices.

Responsibilities

Comply with GMP, food safety, quality standards, and operational procedures.
Support daily AutoPack and warehouse operations, including pallet handling, labeling, scanning, and inventory accuracy.
Safely operate forklifts, pallet inverters, stretch wrappers, palletizing equipment, and related warehouse systems.
Complete production transactions, batch verification, trailer inspections, and documentation accurately.
Maintain clean and organized work areas through sanitation, waste removal, equipment cleaning, and housekeeping.
Assist with rework, blending, dumping, big bagging, repalletizing, and material movement as needed.
Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate.
Collaborate with team members and shift leaders to improve processes, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Complete required training, certifications, Workday learning activities, stop audits, and other compliance requirements.