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Machine Operator III

IFF
Clackamas, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 12/2/2025 CLOSED ON 12/31/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator III position at IFF?

Job Summary

Perform complex automatic machine operation functions in multiple work locations to support Health Wright Products (HWP) production goals and quality, cGMP standards. Work closely with supervisors, maintenance, engineering, and production crew to optimize both encapsulation and packaging efficiency, troubleshoot equipment, and facilitate training of new staff. Specific tasks are defined by work instructions for each operation in the job rotation. Management may assign or reassign duties at any time.

SHIFT

SWING : Monday - Friday, 2:00PM - 10:30PM

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (required/preferred).
  • 1–3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred (pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, electronic, chemical, cosmetics, food).
  • Mechanical aptitude; prior packaging experience preferred.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; basic shop math, algebra, and computer skills.
  • Experience with FDA/cGMP compliance preferred.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to follow policies/procedures and meet schedules independently.
  • Ability and willingness to learn variable processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret safety/environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to work under pressure and potentially stressful conditions.

Requirements

  • A legal right to work in the United States
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
  • For those applying out of the area We love working for such an awesome company within the beautiful Pacific NW and understand your motivation is to do the same! Please recognize that relocation packages are not being offered at this time.

Overview

  • Operate automatic encapsulation and complex packaging machines.
  • Set up, changeover, breakdown, and minor adjustments of machines and fixtures (using hand tools).
  • Evaluate production output and ensure machines run at optimal levels, producing quality results.
  • Troubleshoot problems with production and take corrective action.
  • Assist and support other staff; may perform encapsulation or packaging duties as needed.
  • Material handling: move, stack, load buckets, tubs, boxes, and bins of materials/products.
  • Inspect capsules and packaged products per inspection guidelines to ensure quality standards.
  • Complete documentation accurately and legibly per established guidelines.
  • Maintain clean and orderly work area, including cleaning machines and surrounding areas.
  • Check and correct any conditions not conducive to a safe, clean workplace; report safety problems immediately.
  • Prioritize maintenance requests and help troubleshoot quality issues.
  • Train others and participate in task forces to improve company procedures or operations.
  • Recognize out-of-control events, discontinue operations, and resume only when issues are remedied.
  • Must pass and re-qualify annually for all job-related tests and certifications required for cGMP, quality environment.
  • Other duties as assigned, including polishing capsules, hand sorting, and washing parts.
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Must be able to successfully pass all job-related tests and certifications required for working in a cGMP quality environment including but not limited to: inspections and GMP requirements to perform essential functions of the job. Must re-qualify every year on all job-related tests and certifications as job or qualifications require.

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

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