1st Shift NEP Process Technician III

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　　Date:Jan 24, 2024

　　Location: Madison, WI, US

　　Company: IFF Family of Companies

　　Job Description

　　Production Process Technician – NEP Processes – Enzyme/Antioxidant - Madison, WI 53716

　　Starting pay at $22.25/hr., 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.

　　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%

　　HSA company contribution

　　3 weeks of paid-vacation to start (prorated in the first year)

　　13 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

　　About You...

　　In this role, you will process and package enzymes and antioxidant blends produced at the Freeze Dry/NEP plant. You will also mix, blend, formulate, and package batches of raw ingredients and materials into finished products. Combine materials according to formulas, procedures, and quality standards.

　　Job Requirements

　　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.

　　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 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.

　　Knowledge of production processes, quality assurance, quality control, costs and site specific quality programs such as GMP’s, HACCP, FSSC 22000, NSF, ICH Q7, etc.

　　Working Conditions:

　　This position operates in plant environments. Work is performed in temperatures ranging from negative forty (-40) degrees to seventy-eight (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.