Sr Process Engineer

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

Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building, and fuel market success.

This Senior Process Engineer role is based in Rockland, ME (onsite). Be part of a resourceful, solution-oriented, and growth-focused team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Design, install, and start up new processing or packaging equipment and systems.
• Monitor and analyze food production processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process issues to minimize downtime and maintain reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and cost savings.
• Develop and review SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and food safety regulations.
• Collect and analyze production and process data; prepare reports and actionable recommendations.
• Lead technical segments and assume responsibility for highly challenging projects, achieving solutions to complex problems.
• Champion the identification and integration of technologies from inside and outside the organization to pursue high-value opportunities for production assets or new products.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food processing or manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of processing equipment such as mixers, pumps, heat exchangers, conveyors, and packaging lines.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and control diagrams.
• Working knowledge of CAD or design software preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work effectively on the production floor and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Current and valid driver’s license.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Familiarity with food safety regulations (GMP, HACCP, SQF).
• Experience with SAP or similar systems for data and process management.
• Established reputation as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in a technical field, providing technical oversight and mentoring others.

Why Choose Us?

• Access a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and an annual bonus plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Be part of a global leader in flavors and food innovation.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Make a tangible impact on products enjoyed by millions worldwide.

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