Join IFF's Nutrition & Biosciences Process R&D team in Wilmington, Delaware, as a Sr. Technician I and contribute to the development of innovative biotechnological processes. This role is ideal for a hands-on technician with a strong background in process operations, mechanical systems, and laboratory experimentation. You'll work closely with scientists and engineers to support experimental design, operate and maintain lab-scale and pilot-scale equipment, and help bring new technologies to life.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute laboratory and pilot-scale experiments in support of process development projects.
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of process equipment, including reactors, mixers, pumps, solid/liquid separation units.
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers to set up experiments, collect data, and interpret results.
- Apply mechanical and technical skills to configure and optimize experimental setups.
- Document experimental procedures, observations, and results with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assist in the development and revision of SOPs and safety documentation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization efforts.
- Work closely with a lead technologist to receive hands-on training and facilitate knowledge transfer as part of succession planning.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering, biotechnology, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with process equipment (e.g., reactors, mixers, pumps).
- Familiarity with process safety principles, safe handling of hazardous materials in a production and/or an R&D environment, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in polymerization reaction, polymer processing and handling.
- Understanding of instrumentation, data collection systems, and feedback loops.
- Familiarity with chemical compatibility for selecting materials for construction, including elastomers, metals, and plastics.
Our Commitment to Diversity
IFF is 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 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 Careers to learn more. 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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