Production Manager III

IFF • Gibson City, IL

4d • $126,800 - $158,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to lead production operations that drive quality, efficiency, and innovation in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. The Production Manager III role is based in Gibson City, IL, onsite . Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and results‑driven team where together we can achieve greatness and make a meaningful impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You Will Make a Difference Lead daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing. Develop and manage production schedules aligned with customer demand and manufacturing capacity. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and performance of extraction and processing equipment. Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, good manufacturing practices, and regulatory requirements. Partner with Quality Assurance teams to investigate deviations, support root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Supervise, train, and mentor production operators and technicians while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning. Identify and implement process improvements that enhance yield, efficiency, sustainability, and overall production performance. Manage raw material inventory, finished goods flow, and operational costs, including energy, labor, and material usage.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Manufacturing, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least five years of experience in a process manufacturing environment, including a minimum of two years in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices, hazard analysis, and critical control points, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a production environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data and drive improvements.
• Experience collaborating with Engineering, Research and Development, and Quality teams.
• Proficiency with production management systems, digital tools, and data analysis platforms.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Background in process optimization, sustainability initiatives, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross‑functional collaboration to improve operational flow and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing.
• Develop and manage production schedules aligned with customer demand and manufacturing capacity.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and performance of extraction and processing equipment.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, good manufacturing practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance teams to investigate deviations, support root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Supervise, train, and mentor production operators and technicians while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance yield, efficiency, sustainability, and overall production performance.
• Manage raw material inventory, finished goods flow, and operational costs, including energy, labor, and material usage.

Benefits

• Access to ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
• Purpose‑driven mission centered on sustainability and scientific advancement.
• Access a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and an annual bonus plan.
• Ability to make a direct impact on product quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

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