Production Supervisor II

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor II - Day Shift role is based in South Brunswick, NJ (onsite).

Be part of a collaborative, accountable, and solutionoriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

* Lead and monitor production operations during the assigned shift, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution of daily manufacturing and shipping activities
* Ensure full implementation of safety and food safety standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), nearmiss reporting, and corrective actions
* Supervise production processes and actively participate in batch making and filling activities as needed to meet production demands
* Partner with Quality to monitor inprocess controls and ensure finished products meet established specifications
* Investigate production deviations and collaborate with Quality on effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
* Monitor daily production schedules using ZPro and Oflow systems to meet ontime performance and customer delivery targets
* Coordinate with Maintenance to support equipment reliability, calibration, and uptime across production assets
* Lead shopfloor tier meetings and execute daily operations using the IFF Operating System
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including 6S projects, to enhance safety, efficiency, and process flow

What Makes You the Right Fit

* High school diploma or equivalent required
* 3-5 years of supervisory or lead experience in food, chemical, or regulated manufacturing environments
* Strong working knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including GMPs, HACCP, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
* Proven ability to lead teams, manage shift operations, and achieve production targets
* Experience reviewing production documentation and maintaining records in accordance with retention policies
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and manufacturing systems such as SAP
* Ability to analyze process and laboratory data to support operational decisionmaking
* Mechanical aptitude and experience working with production equipment and material handling tools
* Ability to work onsite during evening shift hours (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM - Monday through Friday)

How Would You Stand Out?

* Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing environments
* Familiarity with inventory control, backflushing, and production planning systems
* Exposure to analytical lab equipment such as particle size analyzers, pH meters, or densitometers

Why Choose Us?

* Opportunity to lead frontline manufacturing operations in a critical production facility
* Handson leadership role with direct impact on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Career growth opportunities within a global organization
* Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and bonus eligibility.

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