About this role
Job title: Maintenance Technician
About the Role The Maintenance Technician role is based in Gotemba, Japan within IFF's Global Operations. You will own maintenance execution across PM, breakdowns, and compliance inspections, while driving safety, reliability, and continuous improvement to minimize downtime.
What You'll Do
- Own maintenance execution across preventive maintenance (PM), breakdown response, compliance inspections, and ad‑hoc work
- Ensure the highest quality standards in all maintenance and contractor work, with strict enforcement of GMP and food safety requirements
- Drive a strong safety culture, partnering with EHS and Food Safety to ensure safe work practices and compliance
- Lead and support process safety initiatives, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Manage spare parts and MRO inventory to minimize downtime and operational disruption
- Track and analyze data related to asset uptime, maintenance performance, and capacity improvements
- Provide technical expertise and leadership for continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability
- Oversee site Capex projects, vendor engagement, and maintenance purchasing activities
What We're Looking For
- Technical education in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong experience with PM programs, MRO/stock parts, permits, and asset reliability
- Hands‑on knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems
- Proven success driving productivity improvements, equipment upgrades, or process changes
- Deep understanding of GMP, food safety, and quality systems
- Experience implementing and sustaining site‑wide safety and Process Safety Management (PSM) programs
- Ability to work flexible schedules when required, including evenings, weekends, or holidays
Nice to Have
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma environments
- Data‑driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Compensation & Benefits
- Professional onboarding process
- Training opportunities
- Learning and development programs from day one
- Inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion