Production Manager

Operational Management:

*Oversee and optimize extraction processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, and quality.

*Manage daily production schedules to ensure adherence to timelines and output goals.

*Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement process improvements to enhance overall performance.

*Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of extraction equipment.

Quality & Compliance:

*Maintain compliance with industry regulations, food safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

*Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure extracted ingredients meet product specifications.

*Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or process deviations.

Team Leadership & Development:

*Supervise and train extraction operators, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

*Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to enhance team capabilities.

*Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Process Improvement & Innovation:

*Identify and implement new technologies or methodologies to enhance efficiency and yield.

*Work closely with R&D and engineering teams to improve extraction techniques and product innovation.

*Optimize raw material usage and minimize waste through process refinements.

Inventory & Cost Management:

*Manage raw material and finished extract inventories to align with production needs.

*Control costs by optimizing energy usage, reducing waste, and streamlining operations.

*Assist in budgeting and cost analysis for extraction-related activities.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or related field (or equivalent demonstrated work experience).

• 5+ years of experience, preferably in extraction or process manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

• Preferred knowledge of extraction technologies (e.g., solvent, CO, steam distillation).

• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and other regulatory frameworks.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in production management software and data analysis tools.

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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