International Flavors & Fragrances

Job Summary

Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift (Sun -Thurs)

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift (Sun -Thurs)

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Dayton, NJ. Maintenance Mechanics have a broad knowledge of plumbing, pumps, motors, and general facility repairs and possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or laboratory/education environment. Maintenance Mechanics must have strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to react to issues and emergencies. The person in this position should also be comfortable inspecting the work of the contractors and directing any improvements in services.

You Will Spend Your Time...

• Conducting scheduled facility preventative Maintenance tasks, unscheduled and scheduled repairs, and project support
• Examining and evaluating mechanical/electrical equipment and systems to detect malfunctions and execute repairs for the same
• Processing documentation, including work order completion and parts identification for reordering
• Identifying replacement parts and communicate needs to the Supervisor
• Performing post-repair tests and documents results
• Reacting to emergency situations and involving the Supervisor when appropriate
• Complying with all company regulations governing Safety and Environmental Compliance
• Participating in recurring training and safety meetings

Required Skills

• Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision and handle unexpected situations
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand for 8 hours per day

Required Experience

• Preferred High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a manufacturing production plant
• Experience with Maintenance and Repair duties including the adjustment and alignment of pumps, fluid machinery, valves, pneumatic systems, steam systems, solid material processing and handling equipment, filling and packaging machinery
• Experience with basic welding, shop machinery, and portable power tools
• Trained in confined space entry, hot work, line breaking, LOTO, and lift truck operation
• Preferred NJ Boiler Operator’s License (Low Pressure), OSHA 10 and/or formal emergency response

About Us...

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.

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