Operator II, Production

IFF•Beloit, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. The Health & Biosciences division channels passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer, and industrial markets. This role is based in Beloit, WI (Onsite) and is part of a collaborative and high-performing team where together greatness can be achieved and a real impact can be made.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Demonstrated commitment to Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) standards and safe work practices.
Associate degree or higher in a scientific, technical, engineering, or related discipline.
Three or more years of experience in manufacturing, biotechnology, chemical processing, food, pharmaceutical, or industrial production environments.
Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions with minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic computer systems.
Ability to review, complete, and maintain accurate production documentation and records.
Physical ability to climb stairs and vertical ladders, work at elevated heights, and lift up to 55 pounds.
Willingness to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and wear required PPE, including respiratory protection.

Nice To Haves

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience working with fermentation processes, SOP development, and regulated manufacturing operations.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Operate fermentation and downstream recovery equipment throughout batch manufacturing processes using both field operations and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
Prepare processing equipment following established SOPs, including setup, media preparation, cleaning, sanitization, and packaging activities.
Collect and document process samples to support laboratory analysis and product quality requirements.
Execute manufacturing batches in accordance with approved batch records and accurately document process observations.
Review, complete, and maintain production documentation, including process data entry and operational records.
Coordinate daily production activities by addressing scheduling priorities, equipment availability, and process-related issues.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization, efficiency, and manufacturing performance.
Maintain equipment reliability by initiating maintenance work orders and partnering with maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues.
Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Site Leadership to support safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations.