Manager, Production Shift

Job Summary Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact? Job Description IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design. The role is based in Jacksonville, FL (Onsite) . Be part of a high-performing and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You'll Make a Difference Lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities during assigned shifts to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. Supervise Area Supervisors and provide coaching, guidance, and support to drive team performance. Monitor production processes and ensure product quality standards are consistently achieved. Serve as the primary point of communication between shifts and cross-functional departments to promote operational alignment. Identify process, equipment, or staffing issues and implement timely corrective actions to minimize disruptions. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence. Analyze operational challenges and lead problem-solving efforts to improve process performance and reliability. Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies while fostering a strong safety culture. Complete administrative responsibilities including shift reporting, documentation, workforce coordination, and performance monitoring. What Makes You the Right Fit? High School Diploma required; additional college coursework preferred. Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, biotechnology, food production, chemical processing, or related environments. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward achieving operational goals. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and shifts. Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in an operational environment. Strong focus on results, process performance, and continuous improvement. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with standard computer applications and production reporting systems. How Would You Stand Out? Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Previous experience supervising manufacturing teams in a regulated production environment. Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives. Why Choose Us? Opportunity to lead teams in a global organization committed to innovation and sustainability. Collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives. Career development and advancement opportunities across a global network. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies within the industry. Commitment to employee safety, well-being, and professional growth. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. 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 to learn more