Process Technician RFDP - Crew 4

at International Flavors and Fragrances, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Job Description

Job Description

Production Process Technician - Ray Freeze Dry Plant - Crew 4

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

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.

At our Madison location, in operation since 1906, you will be part of a team that is a global leader for Cultures and Probiotics addressing the world's challenges by helping to innovate and create products to provide safer, healthier, and more nutritious food. Where science and creativity meet.

Join our team!

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Medical Insurance - Including a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We also offer 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 3% 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
Located on the Madison Metro bus route

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure adherence to all quality systems including, but not limited to, ISO 9001, Food Safety GMP's, HACCP, FSSC 22000, NSF, ICH Q7, with an understanding of IFF's Quality Policy and procedures; including ensure adherence of all employees working in the department.
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.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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... For full info follow application link.

It is IFF's policy to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and to provide equal employment opportunity to Company employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital or civil union status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, protected disability, genetic characteristics, HIV status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the Company's employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfers, promotions, compensation and terminations.  Any employee requiring an accommodation of a protected disability should notify management or his or her Human Resources Representative.  Employees with questions or concerns about discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of his or her Human Resources Representative or any other member of management. Appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination may be taken against any employee who violates this policy.