Job Summary

IFF in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Process Technician to join our downstream team!

Located at the Genencor Technology Center on the Stanford Research Park, IFF is a leader in the industrial biotechnology sector which develops innovative enzymes and bioproducts to improve the performance and reduce the environmental impact of the cleaning, textiles, animal nutrition, grain processing, and chemical industries. To meet ongoing product demands, we are seeking outstanding candidates for the position of Down Stream Recovery Process Technician.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Medical Insurance – Including a generous company contribution to a Health Savings AccountPrescription Drug Coverage, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We also offer Life and even Pet InsuranceLegal AssistanceShort-term and Long-Term Disability ProtectionPaid Parental Leave – 16 Weeks401k – 6% company match3 weeks of vacation to start (prorated in the first year)12 company-paid holidays and 1 company-paid floating holiday, annually.Wellness Program – Earn credits to receive a total of $500 Premium Differential per year.On-site employee gymA daily credit towards onsite lunch delivery serviceCareer Development ProgramsTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramsShift PremiumsCompany-sponsored holiday party, seasonal events, and offsite teambuilding
 

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly driven team where you can apply your technical, mechanical, and analytical skills daily while collaborating with other technicians, engineers and scientists to achieve common goals.

Responsibilities:

Functional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:This position will be in our small scale and pilot plant recovery labs that supports the development of R&D projects with limited supervision during the graveyard shift (2200-0600).  As part of a team, this person will be responsible for the operation of various downstream unit operations, heavy machinery, and proper documentation.Provide lab support on weekend shifts and overtime when required.Ability to lift 50 pounds and frequently scale staircases.Ability to wear lab appropriate PPE, including steel toed boots, lab coat, gloves, and safety glasses.Ability to perform repetitive motions, including bending, lifting, squatting, and sitting.

The following are preferred:

A.A./B.S. or a related degree in a scientific or technical field.2+ years of hands-on lab experience.Demonstrate strong sense of self-motivation and ability to work under minimal supervision.Strong leadership experience in creating change, coordinating with co-workers/teammates in meeting expectations, and improving work efficiency.Strong communication skills to create rapport both within and outside of immediate work team to generate smooth workflow and collaboration.Ability prioritize and troubleshoot issues under pressure.  Ability to learn emergent systems and cope with new environment.
 

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.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

Salary Ranges:

$46,200.00 - $85,800.00