Warehouse Operator

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?

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

For your awareness, IFF has announced its intention to sell its Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners. The sale is presently expected to close in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. The Food Ingredients business unit will remain a part of IFF until close and, at such time, it will transition to CVC Capital Partners. In applying for this position, you acknowledge your awareness that the position is a part of the Food Ingredients business unit and has been identified to transition to CVC Capital Partners.

Food Ingredients:​ Innovating improved nutritional profiles, better taste and texture, and greater cost efficiency to meet the needs of global food and beverage manufacturers.​.​

The role is based on New Century, KS (On- site role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Receive, inspect, and process inbound materials while considering chemical and physical product characteristics to ensure proper storage and handling.
• Pick, pack, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently to meet delivery requirements.
• Utilize warehouse management and inventory systems to process inventory transactions and maintain accurate records.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely to move raw materials, packaging, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Verify product counts, quantities, labeling, and overall condition during receiving, storage, and shipping activities.
• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain inventory accuracy and support operational excellence.
• Support compliance with safety, sanitation, quality, environmental, and food safety standards across warehouse operations.
• Ensure shipment loads are properly configured and secured to maintain product integrity during transportation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production, customer service, and distribution objectives.

 

What Makes You the Right Fit

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other warehouse material handling equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail for inventory verification and recordkeeping.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.
• Experience using computer systems for inventory transactions, data entry, and order processing.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accountability and reliability.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively support operations and customer needs.

How You Would Stand Out

• Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, or distribution experience.
• Experience with computerized warehouse management systems, inventory controls, or cycle count programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, or other business software applications.

 

Why Choose Us?

• Join a global organization committed to innovation, quality, and operational excellence.
• Work in a collaborative environment where safety is our top priority.
• Gain opportunities to develop your skills through hands-on operational experience.
• Be part of a team that supports products and solutions used around the world.
• Contribute to a culture focused on continuous improvement and employee growth.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits programs.

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