Job Summary

International Flavor and Fragrances’ (IFF) is recognized as a world leader in industrial biocatalyst research, development and manufacturing; harnessing the power of biotechnology to make sustainable solutions possible in markets as diverse as animal nutrition, household and personal care, food, health, and biofuels. To support these endeavors IFF relies on a strong R&D organization that can translate the latest advancements in science and engineering to scalable solutions for our customers and the markets we serve. With the beauty of art and the precision of science, we are an international collective of thinkers who partner with customers to bring scents, tastes, ingredients, experiences, and solutions for products the world craves. Working at IFF is an opportunity to grow professionally by developing your career and supporting meaningful change; so that together, we will #DoMoreGood for people and our planet.
We are seeking a Fermentation Ops Manager responsible for managing a small team within the 14L Fermentation area, 14L Vessel Operation, Weekend Shift Coverage, if necessary, to provide support to staff, maintain area documentation, lead the training of all new staff members, and the ability and willingness to learn and assist with auxiliary equipment within the 14L fermentation space.

Responsibilities:

The primary roles of this position in our Fermentation lab is the management and career development of members of the 14L staff, and operating and troubleshooting our 14L fermenters and auxiliary equipment.  

Daily tasks will include communicating with staff members on daily operations, communication with engineers utilizing the facility, ability to run and train on fermentation equipment and near-line analytical instruments, troubleshooting equipment and operational issues, maintaining facility documentation. 

The 14L Fermentation Team works Monday-Sunday between three shifts (morning, afternoon, and weekend) to support the 24/7 Fermentation Facility. For this role we are looking for a candidate who will be available to call into the weekend shift one day (Saturday or Sunday) to ensure successful operations and be available to provide on-site support if needed.

Continuous operations and shift work require a successful candidate to communicate well and effectively both face to face, and across electronic tools.

Safety isn’t just a goal, it’s a culture.  The successful candidate will be experienced with generating SOPs, performing safety evaluations of new processes and equipment, effectively utilizing personal protective equipment, able to lift 50lbs and pass a respirator fit test (pulmonary function test).   

Qualifications:

Education:BS/BA degree in Biology, Chemistry, or other physical science discipline with experience in lab or biomanufacturing settings.Associates degree w/ 3+ years of experience in lab or manufacturing settings.HS Diploma w/5+ years lab/manufacturing experience.Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects.Willing and able to make, lift, and deliver maximal 50 lbs of materials to the facility and other labs with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Experience:

1-2+ Years of People Management ExperienceExperience in operating fermentation equipment and near-line analytical instruments, orExperience in Biotech Piloting Scale Operations, and/orExperience Operating Equipment Utilizing Pressure/SteamProficient in Microsoft Suite applicationsAwareness of working with chemicals and hazardous operationsMechanically inclined

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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