Process Technician II

About the role

Control or operate machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. May be expected to handle heavy machinery.

Starting pay at $22.25/hr., Scheduled overtime, shift and weekend premiums available. Located in Madison, WI 53716.

Who We Are

We are IFF. We are the catalyst for discoveries that spark the senses and transform the everyday. International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is a leading innovator of sensorial experiences that move the world.

At the heart of our company, we are fueled by a sense of discovery, constantly asking "what if?" That passion for exploration drives us to co-create unique scents and tastes in fine fragrances and beauty, detergents and household goods, as well as beloved foods and beverages.

Job Description

To process and package cultures produced at the Freeze Dry plant. To mix, blend, formulate, and package batches of raw ingredients and materials into finished dietary supplement and food products. Combine materials according to formulas, procedures, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all quality systems including, but not limited to, Food Safety GMP’s, HACCP, FSSC 22000, NSF, with an understanding of IFF’s Quality Policy and procedures;
• Comply with all Company policies including, but not limited to, Quality, Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, GMP's, HAACP, and Attendance.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions to make the necessary adjustments in the production process, such as adjusting control instrumentation, and moving products and raw materials.
• Load and unload process equipment.
• Recognize atypical/incorrect conditions in the production area and contact the appropriate authority.
• Move raw materials, equipment, and final products throughout the plant.
• Maintain accurate written records or logs of all production processes/equipment/maintenance/routine cleaning.
• Assemble and disassemble production equipment as required by processes and Work Instructions.
• Clean, sanitize, and sterilize all production/packaging equipment and other process areas in the plant.
• Assist in maintaining process and non-process areas in compliance with current regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Must have a high school education or equivalent, a successful work history, the ability to work as a team player, and proven mechanical ability.
• Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using percentages and decimals, and be able to utilize the metric system for measurement.
• Must be able to read, communicate, comprehend, and follow oral and written procedures and instructions.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must have the basic understanding of computers to retrieve and enter data on a database, communicated via team pass down e-mails and to navigate the internet for safety training.
• Should be able to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to fifty-five (55) pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and move throughout the plant; move and maneuver seven hundred fifty (750) pounds with mechanical assistance.
• Must have the ability to reach, grasp, handle, and use manual dexterity to operate equipment controls.
• Must be able to differentiate changes in color, and detect problems with machinery and problems in the production process.
• Must be able to wear proper PPE and Respiratory protection, when required.

Working Conditions

This position operates in plant environments. Work is performed in temperatures ranging from negative ten (-40) degrees to seventy five (78) degrees Fahrenheit. Conditions may be wet, slippery, humid, and dusty. Must adhere to plant GMP’s and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate in accordance with plant policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance – Including a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account
• Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life and even Pet Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Short-term and Long-Term Disability Protection
• Maternity and Paternity leave
• 401k – 100% match up to 6% - automatic 1% company contribution!
• HSA company contribution ($600 individual & $1,200 Family)
• 3 weeks of paid-vacation to start (prorated in the first year)
• 12 company-paid holidays annually
• Wellness Program – Earn credits receive a total of $500 Premium Differential
• On-site employee gym
• Career Development Program – Learn and grow at IFF
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-sponsored holiday party and seasonal events

Pay

Starting pay at $22.25/hr., Scheduled overtime, shift and weekend premiums available.

Schedule

Located on the Madison Metro bus route.