Job Summary
IFF has a rich history of scientific discovery that has enabled countless innovations and today, we're looking for more people, in more places, to collaborate with us to make life the best that it can be.
IFF is a leader in the industrial biotechnology sector which develops innovative enzymes and bioproducts to improve the performance and reduce the environmental impact of the cleaning, textiles, animal nutrition, grain processing, and chemical industries. To meet ongoing product demands, our Cedar Rapids manufacturing facility is seeking outstanding candidates for the position of Quality Analyst I.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly driven team where you can apply your microbiology and analytical skills in our QA/QC Lab. This team provides ongoing support to our large-scale manufacturing process. The successful candidate must be available to work a rotating 12-hour shift, 6:00AM – 6:00PM. With our shift schedule you will work 7 of 14 days and every other weekend.
Responsibilities:
- Analytical testing of in process samples and final products for release
- Preparing reagents for analytical tests
- Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting basic lab equipment
- Data entry and communication of test results
- Performing basic aseptic techniques and pursing possible sources of contamination
- Supporting internal and external customers
- Participating in lab problem solving and troubleshooting
- Actively participating in the training process
- Following all lab standard operating procedures, including proper lab hygiene and safety requirements.
- Adhering to all safety, ISO, HACCP, GMP, Kosher, and Halal expectations.
Job Requirements:
- B.S./A.S. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related field
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in an industrial lab environment
- Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Motivated and creative; strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Capable of working both independently and in a collaborative setting
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Self-starter
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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What We Do
Meet IFF:
We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs.
An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave.
With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same.
Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet.
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