Operator Compounder at International Flavors & Fragrances

Job Description

It’s an exciting time to be part of IFF’s Production Team and as a production operator in South Africa. The production operator is a challenging role requiring a hands-on, independent self-starter who is experienced and has a strong drive for results. Your ability to compound, manufacture and pack flavors and strict adherence to EHS, FS and accuracy, your excellent GMP skills and ability to work in a high-volume environment will assist you to make a tremendous impact on the success of the manufacturing team.

About You

• As a production operator, you will be responsible for powder, emulsion and liquid production, in accordance with work and processing instructions. You will also be required to set up manufacturing equipment and ensure safety; hygiene; good manufacturing practice; quality and housekeeping policies and procedures are followed

 

Responsibilities
Job Requirements

• To manufacture powder, emulsion and liquid products, in accordance with work and processing instructions. Carefully follow manufacture work instructions as per batch form. Raw Material check, compound as per batch form packing following ILVT requirements, Report any non-conformances to the Supervisor immediately.
• Bulk product mixing, as needed
• Raw Material weighing accurately as indicated on batch forms, no deviations on IPC’S or product
• Follow all environmental, health and safety rules; personal hygiene practices, good manufacturing practice; adhere to all quality and housekeeping policies and procedures. Work safely and with recommended PPE. (personal protective equipment),
• Set up manufacturing equipment and report problems or issues to the Supervisor immediately, Compound accurately the formulation and blend according to work instructions,
• Load or use equipment following all safety and working instructions and Practice Good Manufacturing principles and comply at all times to FSSC, Food Safety (FSSC), HACCP, Safety and Legislative requirements, to maintain high and a consistent standard of manufacturing of finished product'
• Complete inline process control checks and record for inspection purposes, Observe any discrepancies and record for action, draw retained sample of batch and submit to QC.
• Pack product into required packaging and label, send to warehouse for locating and prepare equipment for next batch by inspecting (cleaning and sanitizing, if required) equipment, ensure that all equipment is clean before manufacturing,
• Follow all stock keeping and control policies and procedures. Report any non-conformances in lot, location and quantity to the Supervisor immediately. Back-flush all ingredients used in formulation and report any discrepancies immediately, report all spills and incidents on time
• Follow all HACCP requirements, complete required inspections and any corrective and preventative actions which result. Complete and maintain CCP reports and records,
• Ensure that end of shift housekeeping is up to standard.
• Operating a forklift will be necessary and may only be performed if Compounder/Operator has a valid license.
• • Being an active participant in FSSC, HACCP, GMP
  • Compound and manufacture flavors as per batch form
  • Be responsible with the company inventory, manufacturing equipment and assets
• Performing any other reasonable and lawful duties as required by the company

 

Required Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills with a good command of English
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work with people from all backgrounds and disciplines to achieve desired objective
• Experience in flavor manufacturing industry
• Flexible, adaptable and manages stress well
• Cultural sensitivity
• Results Orientation and adherence to deadlines