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Production Operator

BioNome
Hazlet, NJ (Plant/Creative Center), USA
Full-time
34,916 – 49,880 / year
You apply on BioNome's own careers site

The Production Operator runs manufacturing and packaging equipment at BioNome’s Hazlet plant. The role focuses on product quality, safe and efficient production, and accurate production records.

Full-time
On-site

Skills & Expertise

Manufacturing machinery operation
Quality inspection
Preventive maintenance
Troubleshooting
Production monitoring
Blueprint and technical manual reading
Floor scales
Flow meters

Key Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and shut down production machinery, including extruders and computer-controlled tools.

Inspect finished products, monitor production, and address equipment issues to support quality and efficiency.

Maintain a clean, safe work area and accurately document materials and production output.

Full Description

Job Summary

Are you ready for your next step in your career?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

As Production Operator you will operate machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. You may be expected to handle heavy machinery. This position is fully onsite in Hazlet, USA for the First Shift.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and shut down manufacturing machinery, including extruders or computer-controlled tools.

• Quality Control: Inspect finished products to ensure they meet specifications, using tools like automatic optical inspectors.

• Maintenance & Cleaning: Perform routine preventative maintenance, troubleshoot malfunctions, and keep the work area clean.

• Monitoring & Efficiency: Monitor production processes to optimize performance, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.

• Reporting & Documentation: Record data regarding materials used and products produced, ensuring accurate documentation.

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and health regulations to prevent hazards.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Technical Aptitude: Ability to read blueprints, understand technical manuals, and operate machinery.

• Attention to Detail

• Precision in inspecting parts and monitoring machinery.

• Ability to weigh ingredients accurately utilize tools such as floor scale and flow meter.

• Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to diagnose and fix basic equipment issues.

• Communication: Ability to work well in a team and report issues to supervisors.

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, effectively working with other members of the department

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience in liquid compounding or flavor manufacturing

• Strong safety mindset and compliance-driven work style

• Ability to work effectively across multiple shifts and priorities

Why Choose Us?

• Training opportunities

• Learning and development programs from day one

• Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holidays, 16 weeks paid parental leave (maternity and paternity) and an annual bonus plan.

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:

34,916.00ㅤ-ㅤ49,880.00ㅤUSD

Applications are handled on BioNome's site