Site Plant Manager

Job Summary

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences?

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

Health & Biosciences:
Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

The role is an onsite role located at our Clackamas, OR location. Be part of a creative, agile team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

• Lead the communication, promotion, and execution of the site’s vision, values, strategies, and objectives.
• Implement the IFF Operating System to achieve best‑in‑class results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People.
• Champion safety and sustainability by driving strong engagement and continuous focus on achieving zero incidents.
• Build a culture centered on employee engagement, trust, collaboration, and capability development.
• Serve as the site’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) leader, ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace.
• Act as a change agent by challenging current paradigms and fostering a continuous improvement and problem‑solving culture.
• Ensure high levels of customer service through capacity management, adherence to manufacturing plans, and strong communication.
• Drive production capability using improvement programs and maintenance best practices to achieve performance targets.
• Guarantee compliance with all relevant regulations, company policies, and operational processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of industrial or chemical process experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated leadership strengths with proven collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to quickly understand new technologies and effectively lead or support change initiatives.
• Experience guiding cultural transformation and building high‑performing, cohesive teams.
• Strong ability to prioritize, influence, and provide clear direction across the organization.
• A track record of reinforcing company values through behavior and decision‑making.
• Data‑driven, action‑oriented mindset with a strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Background in Lean Manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading large, cross‑functional teams in complex operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance site competitiveness through innovation and long‑term strategic thinking.

• Competitive exempt/salaried compensation structure.
• Monday–Friday schedule with involvement in a dynamic 24‑hour operation.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth within a global organization.
• Commitment to inclusion and strong community engagement.
• Industry‑leading focus on safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.
• Flexibility to support a 24‑hour manufacturing facility as needed.

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.

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Salary Ranges: $170320- $212900