Manufacturing Co-op Engineer-1

About the position

IFF provides a unique combination of functional, nutritional and economic benefits to customers through innovative technologies and ingredients. The Carrollton facility is one manufacturing plant in IFF's global operation that produces high quality spice blends. In today's work environment, many companies prefer Co-Op experience before hiring new graduates. IFF sponsors an engineering Co-Op program to provide challenging work assignments that enable students to develop skills through practical application. Our program is designed to promote awareness, enhance education, and provide future growth opportunities. IFF's Carrollton facility offers Co-Op assignments year round, and assignments typically include a semester and a summer. This document offers a general overview. Specific responsibilities and requirements may vary due to the specific needs at the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to engineers in executing plant trials and troubleshooting daily production and maintenance issues
• Write experimental outlines, execute and report findings
• Provide administrative and technical support to manufacturing
• Provide capital project support and process design
• Contractor management
• Process Safety Management
• Some shift work may be required

Requirements

• Co-Op experience in engineering or related field
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Continuous Improvement/Six Sigma
• Familiarity with project design/management
• Knowledge of process control, thermodynamics/heat transfer, material and energy balances

Benefits

• Significant technical learning opportunity in a professional work environment
• Increased marketability for employment upon graduation
• Food industry experience
• Opportunity to work with a variety of skilled professionals
• Competitive compensation