Lab Tech A

Job Summary

IFF is committed to attracting, retaining, and engaging high-performing employees. We are committed to ensuring that all positions within IFF are filled with the right talent and, where appropriate, this objective is achieved by developing current employees.

At IFF, we encourage internal movement and career development both within functions and cross functions. We work to ensure the most positive experience throughout the application, hiring and transition process for all those involved, the candidate as well as their current manager and the hiring manager.

Job Summary

It's an exciting time to be part of the family at IFF. We are a global leader in the industrial biotechnology sector which develops innovative enzymes and bio-products to improve the performance and reduce the environmental impact of the cleaning, textiles, animal nutrition, grain processing and other chemicals industries.

IFF is committed to attracting, retaining, and engaging high-performing employees. We are committed to ensuring that all positions within IFF are filled with the right talent and, where appropriate, this objective is achieved by developing current employees.

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE - $2,500 for day shift hire and $3,500 for night shift hire - this will be paid out over a 1-year period

IFF is seeking laboratory technicians to join our team in Gibson City, IL. As a Lab Tech in this location, you will work in a unionized, industrial laboratory environment. Ten-hour days per week, as well as weekends and holidays, are required. We offer a competitive benefits package. This includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, holiday and a bonus plan.

Primary responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform Analytical and Micro testing on process and finished products

• Observe lab equipment operations and troubleshoot malfunctions

• Adjust lab operating equipment

• Maintain lab equipment

• May be exposed to high noise areas

• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

• 4 Year degree or 2 years lab experience

• Ability to work safely, including but not limited to use of proper personal protective equipment, such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed safety shoes

• Must be comfortable working with computerized control systems

• Able to tolerate exposure to hot and cold conditions, according to the season

• Must be in good physical health

• Must be able to climb ladders

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to read/write and follow instructions

• Must be able to communicate thoughts and ideas effectively

• Ability to determine proper tools and equipment needed to perform a task

While we are interested in all qualified candidates with the potential to work in the United States, we are not able to sponsor visas. Additionally, to qualify for this position, you must be proficient in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.

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