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Job Summary Are you ready to take your technical skills to the next level and make a real impact in a dynamic laboratory environment?
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 hourly position based in
Palo Alto, CA (onsite).
Be part of a
motivated, customer-focused, and solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.
Where You'll Make a Difference
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across plumbing, electrical, and general building systems
- Operate and utilize technical equipment such as multimeters, gas meters, temperature, and airflow meters
- Maintain laboratory utilities including compressed air, RO/DI water, natural gas, oxygen, nitrogen systems, and gas detection systems
- Install and service tubing systems for air, gas, and water applications
- Prepare, install, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment such as incubators, biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, and freezers
- Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs
- Support equipment relocation, installation, and facility projects in alignment with EH&S (Environment, Health & Safety) standards
- Safely operate material handling equipment including pallet jacks and powered industrial trucks
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation using Excel
What Makes You the Right Fit
- High School Diploma with technical training (AA/AS or trade school in Facilities, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent)
- Experience in facilities maintenance within a laboratory or similar environment
- Knowledge of electrical systems (AC/DC), plumbing, refrigeration systems, and controls
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and basic computer literacy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive)
- Ability to work independently while managing priorities effectively
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on cleanliness and organization
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong work ethic
How Would You Stand Out?
- OSHA safety training and certification to operate powered industrial trucks
- Experience with gas detection systems and laboratory safety protocols
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment handling and compliance standards
Why Choose Us?
- Opportunity to work in a leading global innovation-driven company
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Exposure to advanced laboratory technologies and systems
- Strong safety-focused culture and EH&S standards
- Career development and learning opportunities
- Meaningful work supporting sustainable and impactful solutions
Working Hours
- Standard schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Shift flexibility: Ability to work alternative shifts (10:30 AM - 6:30 PM) approximately 2-3 times per year
- Additional flexibility:
- Overtime as needed
- On-call availability for after-hours support
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
$74872- $93590
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International Flavors and Fragrances
Jun 16, 2026